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Pistachio Paris‑Brest

Recipe by Norbert Tarayre

Paris‑Brest revisited with a crisp choux pastry, a sable crust made with brown sugar, and a homemade pistachio mousseline cream. An iconic French dessert, perfect for pastry lovers who want to elevate the classic with a green and indulgent twist.

HardFrenchServes 6

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Source Video
3h 8m
Prep
1h 57m
Cook
37m
Cleanup
5h 42m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$6.87
Per serving:$1.14

Critical Success Points

  • Rubbing the crust and keeping it very cold before baking.
  • Achieve the correct panade consistency (smooth ribbon).
  • Incorporate the eggs without whisking to avoid air.
  • Lower the oven temperature after the first 5 minutes.
  • Incorporate the cold butter into the pastry cream at the right temperature.

Safety Warnings

  • Boiling water and melted butter are very hot; handle with gloves or a kitchen towel.
  • The oven reaches 210°C; use oven mitts to remove the sheet.
  • The knife for cutting the choux must be well‑sharpened to avoid crushing them.

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