Discover the joy of making Šu Šu, a delightful pastry known for its versatility and delightful texture. These pastries, often filled with a variety of creams and flavors, are a testament to culinary creativity. Whether you prefer vanilla cream, chocolate ganache, cream cheese, fruit, or pistachio cream, Šu Šu can be adapted to suit any taste.
Why You’ll Love This: Šu Šu pastries are a fantastic way to explore different flavor combinations. Their light and airy texture combined with rich, flavorful fillings make them a hit for any occasion. The process of making these pastries is as enjoyable as eating them, offering a wonderful baking experience.
Perfect Occasion: These pastries are ideal for high tea, dessert after a family dinner, or as a special treat during gatherings and celebrations. They are also great for experimenting with different fillings, making each occasion a new flavor adventure.
Decoration Tips: Dust the pastries with powdered sugar or drizzle with chocolate for a classic finish. For a more decorative touch, top with fresh fruit, nuts, or a swirl of whipped cream.
For the Base:
- 125ml water
- 125ml milk
- 110g butter
- A pinch of salt
- 155g flour
- 4 large or 5 smaller eggs
For the Caps:
- 80g butter
- 90g sugar
- 90g flour
Preparation:
- Boil milk, water, and butter in a saucepan. Add salt, then stir in the flour. Cook for a minute or two, then remove to cool. Once cooled, mix in the eggs thoroughly.
- For the caps, combine butter, sugar, and flour. Roll out between two sheets of parchment paper and cut out circles. Freeze them until firm.
- On a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, pipe out balls of the first dough. Place a frozen cap on each and bake in a preheated oven at 200°C until they turn a nice brown color. Then, open the oven door slightly to let them cool down inside.
Enjoy these Šu Šu pastries, a versatile and delightful treat that can be filled with any of your favorite flavors! ❤️🥐🍰
