2tbsp.whole milk (substitute heavy cream or half-and-half), or more if needed
1tsp.pure vanilla extract
Directions
PÂTE à CHOUX aka CHOUX PASTRY
Make 1/2 of the Pâte à Choux aka Choux Pastry recipe.
When the pastry comes out from the oven, using a chop stick, pierce a hole at each end of them - this will help to let the steam escape.
Let them cool off while making the custard.
CUSTARD aka CRÈME PÂTISSIÈRE
In a small saucepan over medium heat, pour in milk and warm it up (do not boil).
In another saucepan, combine egg yolks and sugar; whisk until blended. Add flour and stir.
When the milk is warm, temper the eggs by carefully pouring a little into the egg mixture at first, whisking constantly. After a few additions, slowly pour in the remaining milk, whisking continuously.
Turn the heat to medium and cook the custard for 3-4 minutes or until it thickens, stirring constantly.
Remove from the heat and set aside to cool off. About 5 minutes later, add vanilla, stir and let it continue to cool.
Place tip #3 or a long tip in a piping bag and spoon in the cooled custard.