THE PASTRY PALACE
CONTENTS
1.RED VELVET ROYALE
2.CARROT CAKE DELIGHT
3.ALMOND CREAM PUFF
4.APPLE CRUMBLE PIE
5.RASPBERRY GALETTE
6.BRIOCHE
7.BANANA NUT MUFFIN
8.TIRAMISU
9.PEACH COBBLER PIE
10.PECAN PIE
11.ZEPPOLE
12.LEMON MACARON
RED VELVET ROYALE
The Red Velvet Royale Cake is a luxurious and decadent dessert that combines the classic flavors of red velvet cake with rich, creamy frosting and elegant presentation.
INGREDIENTS INSTRUCTION
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs
2 large egg yolks
2 teaspoons red food coloring
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup buttermilk
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch (23cm) round cake pans.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large mixing bowl, beat butter until creamy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
TIPS
1. Use high-quality cocoa powder for intense flavor
2. Don’t overmix the batter
3. Use room temperature ingredients
4. Adjust frosting.
DIRECTIONS
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mix: flour, sugar, baking powder, salt.
3. Beat: butter, eggs, red food coloring, vanilla.
4. Alternate adding flour mix and buttermilk.
5. Divide batter into 3 pans.
6. Bake 30-35 minutes.
PECAN PIE
Pecan Pie is a classic American dessert, originating from the Southern United States. This rich and indulgent pie is made with pecans, sugar, butter, eggs, and corn syrup, baked in a flaky pastry crust.
INGREDIENTS
1. 2 cups all-purpose flour
2. 1 teaspoon salt
3. 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter
4. 1 cup pecan halves
5. 1/2 cup granulated sugar
6. 1/4 cup light corn syrup
7. 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
8. 2 large eggs
9. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
10. Pinch of salt
INSTRUCTION
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare crust: Mix flour, salt, and butter. Add water.
3. Roll out crust, place in pie dish.
4. Prepare filling: Mix pecans, sugar, corn syrup, butter, eggs, vanilla, and salt.
5. Pour filling into crust.
6. Bake 45-50 minutes or until filling sets.
TIPS
1. Use fresh pecans for best flavor.
2. Don’t overbake.
3. Chill pie before serving.
4. Experiment with spices (e.g., cinnamon, nutmeg).
TIRAMISU
Tiramisu is a classic Italian dessert made with ladyfingers soaked in coffee and liqueur, layered with mascarpone cheese mixture, and dusted with cocoa powder. Its name, “Tiramisù,” translates to “pick-me-up” or “lift me up,” due to its caffeine and sugar content.
INGREDIENTS
1. 12-16 ladyfingers
2. 1 cup strong coffee
3. 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
4. 2 tablespoons liqueur (e.g., Kahlúa, Baileys)
5. 8 ounces mascarpone cheese
6. 1/2 cup granulated sugar
7. 2 large egg yolks
8. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
INSTRUCTION
1. Dip ladyfingers in coffee mixture.
2. Layer ladyfingers and mascarpone cream in a serving dish.
3. Repeat layers two more times.
4. Dust with cocoa powder.
5. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
TIPS
1. Use high-quality ladyfingers.
2. Don’t over-soak ladyfingers.
3. Refrigerate for optimal flavor.
4. Experiment with flavors (e.g., orange, hazelnut).
BRIOCHE
Brioche is a rich, tender, and flaky French bread known for its golden crust, soft interior, and rich, buttery flavor. This luxurious bread is made with high-quality ingredients, precise techniques, and patience.
INGREDIENTS INSTRUCTION
1. 1 cup warm milk
2. 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
3. 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
4. 4 cups all-purpose flour
5. 1 teaspoon salt
6. 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
7. 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
1. Mix yeast, milk, and sugar.
2. Combine flour, salt, and butter.
3. Knead dough for 10 minutes.
4. Rest dough for 1 hour.
5. Laminate dough (fold and roll).
6. Proof dough for 2 hours.
7. Shape into loaves.
8. Brush with egg wash.
9. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25-35 minutes.
INSTRUCTION
1. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
2. Sift almond flour and powdered sugar.
3. Whip egg whites until stiff peaks.
4. Fold egg mixture into almond mixture.
5. Pipe onto parchment paper.
6. Tap and rest for 30 minutes.
7. Bake 15-20 minutes.
LEMON MACARON
Lemon macarons are delicate French meringue-based cookies sandwiched with a tangy and sweet lemon buttercream filling. The bright citrus flavor of lemon complements the crisp, chewy texture of the macaron shells.
INGREDIENTS
1. 1 1/2 cups almond flour
2. 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
3. 3 large egg whites
4. 1/2 cup granulated sugar
5. Food coloring (yellow)
6. 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
7. 2 cups powdered sugar
8. 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
9. 1 teaspoon lemon zest
