Choux Pastry Cream Cake

  1. salt. Bring to a boil.
  2. Add flour all at once, stirring until a smooth ball forms. Cook 2 minutes to remove moisture.
  3. Remove from heat and cool 5 minutes.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time until glossy dough forms.
  5. Pipe into a ring shape on baking sheet.
  6. Bake 30–35 minutes until golden brown. Cool completely.

Step 2: Make the Pastry Cream

  1. Heat milk until steaming.
  2. Whisk yolks, sugar, and cornstarch until pale.
  3. Temper with hot milk, then return to saucepan.
  4. Cook until thickened.
  5. Remove from heat, stir in butter