Description
This Zavarnoy Roulade is a delicious and elegant dessert that combines the taste of classic eclairs with the convenience of a roll. Featuring a light, airy choux pastry filled with a smooth vanilla custard cream, this dessert is perfect for any occasion. Despite its sophisticated appearance, it’s surprisingly easy to make, making it an ideal treat for beginner and seasoned bakers alike.
Ingredients
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For the Dough:
- 100 ml (1/2 cup) milk
- 100 ml (1/2 cup) cold water
- 1 tablespoon sugar (20g)
- A pinch of salt
- 80g (1/3 cup) unsalted butter
- 130g (1 cup) all-purpose flour
- 3 large eggs
For the Vanilla Custard Cream:
- 2 large eggs
- 150g (3/4 cup) granulated sugar
- 10g (1 tablespoon) vanilla sugar (or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract)
- 30g (2 tablespoons) cornstarch
- 400 ml (1 2/3 cups) milk
- 50g (3 1/2 tablespoons) unsalted butter
For Decoration:
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Heat the Liquids: In a saucepan, combine the milk, water, sugar, salt, and butter. Heat over medium heat until the butter melts and the mixture becomes hot, but do not boil.
- Add the Flour: Remove from heat and add the flour all at once, stirring vigorously with a spatula until the mixture forms a smooth dough that pulls away from the sides of the pan.
- Cool the Dough: Transfer the dough to a bowl and allow it to cool for a few minutes.
- Incorporate the Eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, until the dough is smooth and shiny.
- Spread the Dough: Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet (38 x 27 cm) with parchment paper. Spread the dough evenly over the sheet to create a thin layer.
- Bake: Bake the dough for 30 minutes until golden and puffed. Remove from the oven and let cool.
Prepare the Vanilla Custard Cream:
- Mix the Eggs and Sugar: In a saucepan, whisk together the eggs, sugar, vanilla sugar, and cornstarch. Add 1/3 of the milk and whisk until smooth.
- Cook the Custard: Gradually add the remaining milk, whisking continuously. Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly until it thickens and starts to boil.
- Add the Butter: Once thickened, remove from heat and stir in the butter until fully incorporated. Set aside to cool slightly.
Assemble the Roulade:
- Spread the Cream: Once the choux pastry has cooled, transfer it to a work surface lined with parchment paper. Spread the custard evenly over the entire surface of the pastry, leaving a 1 cm border around the edges.
- Roll the Pastry: Gently roll the pastry into a log, using the parchment paper to help guide the roll. Wrap the roulade tightly in parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 5 hours or overnight.
- Serve: Before serving, dust the roulade with powdered sugar. Slice and serve.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve with a dollop of whipped cream for added richness.
- Garnish with fresh berries like raspberries or strawberries.
- Drizzle with chocolate sauce for a decadent finish.
- Serve chilled with a cup of hot coffee or tea.
- Add a sprinkle of chopped nuts, such as almonds or pistachios, for added texture.
- Prep Time: 30mins
- Cook Time: 30mins