Modern Éclairs (ePub)

"Finally, an antidote to cupcake fatigue . . . shows how éclairs can serve as a base for everything from ice cream sandwiches to lobster rolls."-Entertainment Weekly

Move over, macarons; catch you later, cupcakes: Éclairs are the new pastry du jour. Delicious and adorable-and fun to make at home-these tiny treats are the perfect vehicles for all your favorite flavors (sweet and savory). Here, pastry chef Jenny McCoy shares incredible recipes for éclairs and all their relatives: cream puffs, profiteroles, Paris-Brests, religieuses, gougères, and more. The best part is that all of these creations are made from the same simple choux pastry: Once you master the basic recipe, it's endlessly customizable, from Lemon Meringue Éclairs to "Whoopie Puffs" to New England "Lobster Rolls." Recipes include traditional, fruity, chocolate, frozen, savory, and holiday-themed iterations, some classic, some clever-but all irresistible.

"Jenny's modernistic approach to the classic éclair is perfection-inventive, playful, and free-spirited. Her whimsical charm as a baker presents itself on every page."-Sarabeth Levine, James Beard Award-winning pastry chef and owner of Sarabeth's Bakery

"Jenny McCoy's Modern Éclairs takes you on a pâte à choux journey to making the best éclairs, cream puffs, and everything in between. Get ready for a fun and creative ride!"-Mindy Segal, James Beard Award-winning pastry chef and owner of HotChocolate