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Gluten free choux pastry filled with cream on a wooden table

Gluten Free Choux Pastry

Delightful, airy gluten-free choux pastries perfect for any occasion, easily customizable with sweet or savory fillings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: French, Gluten-Free
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Basic Ingredients
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1.5 cups whole milk
  • 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1.5 cups gluten-free pastry flour blend
  • 5 eggs at room temperature, plus more as necessary Room temperature eggs integrate better

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F and line two large rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine butter, milk, and salt. Heat until the butter melts and the mixture simmers.
  3. Remove from heat, add the pastry flour, and stir vigorously until combined.
  4. Return to low heat, stirring constantly until the mixture forms a ball and leaves a film on the bottom (about 2 minutes).
  5. Let the dough cool for at least 3 minutes until it’s no longer hot to the touch.
  6. Transfer the dough to a blender or food processor, add the 5 eggs, and process until smooth (about 2 minutes).
  7. Check consistency; if too stiff, add more beaten egg bit by bit until the dough is soft and shiny.
  8. Pipe the choux onto prepared baking sheets and bake in the preheated oven until golden brown and puffed up.

Notes

These pastries are best enjoyed fresh. They can be filled with cream, custard, or savory mixtures. Try chocolate or herb variations for a twist.