Craquelin

Craquelin is a crisp topping made by kneading butter, sugar, and flour, rolling the dough thin, and placing it on choux pastry. As the choux pastry rises in the oven, the topping gives it an even rise and a cracked, crunchy surface. It is used on choux au craquelin and colorful profiteroles.

Where It’s Used

“Place a craquelin disc on top of each choux pastry ball before baking.”