Chestnut pastry cream
Published on 17 October 2023
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I made this chestnut pastry cream for a marron glacé millefeuille. Delicious, and also ideal for choux buns, tartlets and cream horns.

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- Step 1 of 8
I put the yolks and sugar in a small pan.

- Step 2 of 8
I whisk, add cornflour and mix well.

- Step 3 of 8
I stir in the boiling milk until smooth.

- Step 4 of 8
I heat, stirring constantly, until boiling.

- Step 5 of 8
When it thickens, I cook for a few more minutes, still stirring.

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I transfer to a bowl, cool slightly and mix in the chestnut cream.

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It should be smooth and glossy.

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I cover with cling film touching the surface and refrigerate until needed.

Original source: https://incucinaconlilly.com/2023/10/17/crema-pasticciera-ai-marroni/
