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Polish Carpathian Cream Cake

Decadent Polish Carpathian Cream Cake You Need to Try

This Polish Carpathian Cream Cake is a delightful balance of airy choux pastry and silky crème mousseline, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Polish
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Choux Pastry
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 4 large eggs room temperature
For the Crème Mousseline Filling
  • 4 large egg yolks fresh
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar divided
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 3 tablespoons potato starch
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • pinch salt
Finishing Touch

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • piping bag
  • baking sheets
  • springform pan

Method
 

Choux Pastry Preparation
  1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine 1 cup of water, 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Bring to a boil, then add 1 cup of flour and stir until a dough forms.
  2. Allow the dough to cool slightly, then incorporate 4 eggs one at a time until the dough is smooth and glossy.
  3. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C), then pipe the choux pastry onto baking sheets and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
Crème Mousseline Filling Preparation
  1. In a saucepan, combine 2 cups of whole milk, 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt. Heat until simmering.
  2. Whisk together 4 egg yolks, 1/3 cup of sugar, and 3 tablespoons of potato starch. Gradually add the hot milk.
  3. Return the mixture to the pan and whisk until thickened. Remove from heat, then stir in vanilla extract and butter until smooth.
Assembly
  1. Layer the first choux pastry in a springform pan, add the crème mousseline, and top with the second choux layer. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 120mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. The choux should be firm and hollow when tapped, and allow it to cool completely before filling.

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