No matter where you are in the world, you've probably heard of this iconic French dessert: the Mille-feuilles. Also known as Napoleon or vanilla slice in different parts of the world, the concept remains the same: Crispy, buttery puff pastry layered with delicate...
If you’ve ever felt intimidated by the idea of making puff pastry from scratch, you’re not alone. But I’m here to change that. This is the best shortcut puff pastry recipe for those perfect, buttery layers—minus the complexity. This quick and easy method is my go-to,...
Choux pastry is a fundamental element of French pastry, used in iconic desserts like éclairs, profiteroles, Paris-Brest, and Saint-Honoré. Whether you run a luxury resort, a boutique bakery, or just love making French desserts at home, mastering choux pastry is a...
Indulge in a timeless French dessert: creamy, comforting, and simple to master. This traditional French rice pudding, known as riz au lait, is a rich and velvety custard-like treat made from rice milk, sugar, and vanilla. Perfect warm or chilled, it’s an elegant and...
A Classic French Chocolate Mousse You’ll Make Again and AgainA true French classic, this chocolate mousse is a staple of bistros, brasseries, and home kitchens across France. It’s rich in flavor but light in texture, striking the perfect balance between indulgence and...
How to Make French Custard Tart (Flan Pâtissier): A Creamy Bakery ClassicIf you’ve ever strolled past a French bakery window, you’ve likely spotted a glossy, golden custard tart, thick and silky inside, with a buttery pastry crust. That’s the Flan Pâtissier—a beloved...
How to Make Pie Crust (Pâte Brisée): Flaky, Buttery, and FoolproofPerfectly crisp, tender, and versatile—pâte brisée, or classic French pie crust, is the foundation of countless sweet and savory pastries. Though simple in ingredients, mastering this crust opens the...
The traditional French Crêpes recipeMy sweetest childhood memory! The crêpes were my father’s speciality. He enjoyed baking some for my brothers and me. We were used to eating them for dinner with ham, cheese, and a bechamel sauce inside. Then for dessert, we enjoyed...
How to Make Crème Brûlée: The Classic French Custard Dessert Every Pastry Lover Should MasterFew desserts feel as indulgent—and approachable—as crème brûlée. With its crisp caramelized sugar topping that cracks under your spoon and the rich, creamy vanilla custard...
Discover the French King's cake recipeRight after New Year, each gourmand knows how to start well the year : The Galette des rois ! The delicious king's cake is made of a puff pastry and a frangipane cream (mix between pastry cream and almond cream). Are you ready to...