Profiteroles and Paris-Brest Class 9/24/25

Have you ever wondered how French pâtissiers create those impossibly light, airy pastries that are crisp on the outside and hollow within, just waiting to be filled with something divine? The secret lies in one legendary dough: pâte à choux. And in this class, you will not just learn it—you will master it by creating two of its most iconic forms; Profiteroles and Paris-Brest. 

First, we will dive into the world of Profiteroles, the universally adored dessert that brings pure joy to any table. You will learn to pipe and bake perfect, bite-sized golden puffs. We’ll then fill them with a classic, velvety crème pâtissière (pastry cream) and show you how to artistically drizzle (or generously smother!) the profiteroles with a rich, glossy chocolate sauce. 

Then, we elevate our new skill to create the Paris-Brest, a true masterpiece of sophistication. We will pipe our choux pastry into its signature, elegant wheel shape—a nod to the famous bicycle race it was named after. After baking it to golden perfection and topping it with crunchy almonds, you’ll learn to whip up its legendary filling: a heavenly, nutty, and utterly unforgettable hazelnut praline mousseline cream.

In this immersive, hands-on class, you will:

• Conquer Pâte à Choux: We will demystify the process from start to finish, ensuring you know how to achieve that perfect “double bake” for a crisp, stable, and beautifully puffed result.
• Create Two Classic Fillings: Master both a silky, vanilla-bean crème pâtissière and the sophisticated, showstopping hazelnut praline cream.
• Master Piping & Shaping: Learn the techniques for piping both perfect, individual puffs and the grand, continuous ring of the Paris-Brest.
• Artful Assembly & Finishing: Discover the secrets to filling your creations without deflating them and finishing them with professional flair—from the perfect chocolate drizzle to the elegant dusting of sugar.

By learning one foundational dough, you will leave this class with the ability to create two spectacular, world-renowned desserts. This is your chance to add a serious “wow” factor to your baking repertoire.

Join us, and let’s unlock the magic of choux together.