Delicious Weekend Dessert Recipe: Cream-Filled Pastry Bananas

Every weekend calls for a delightful treat, and these cream-filled pastry bananas are just the perfect dessert to indulge in. This recipe is easy and quick, making it a favorite for weekend baking. The combination of light, airy pastry filled with rich, creamy custard is simply irresistible. Whether you’re hosting a brunch or just treating yourself, these pastries will surely impress.

Ingredients

For the Dough:

• 180ml water (3/4 cup)
• 90g butter (6 tbsp)
• 130g plain flour (1 cup)
• 1 pinch salt
• 1 pinch sugar
• 4 eggs

For the Cream:

• 2 eggs
• 150g sugar (3/4 cup)
• 70g corn starch (1/2 cup + 1 tbsp)
• 500ml milk (2 cups)
• Vanillin (to taste)
• 50g butter (3.5 tbsp)

Instructions

Prepare the Cream:

1. Beat 2 eggs with sugar in a saucepan using a whisk until the mixture is foamy.
2. Add the cornstarch and mix until well combined.
3. Gradually add the milk, continuing to stir constantly.
4. Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens.
5. Remove from heat and add vanillin (or vanilla sugar if vanillin is unavailable). Stir well.
6. Add the butter and stir until it melts completely.
7. Let the cream cool, then transfer it to a bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate.

Prepare the Dough:

1. Beat the eggs in a bowl and set aside.
2. Pour water into a saucepan with a non-stick surface. Add butter, a pinch of salt, and a pinch of sugar.
3. Heat the mixture on the stove until the butter melts completely.
4. Remove the saucepan from the heat and add sifted flour. Mix well until a smooth paste forms.
5. Return the saucepan to the stove and cook the dough over low heat, stirring constantly, for 1 to 2 minutes.
6. Transfer the dough to a bowl and let it cool slightly.
7. Gradually mix the beaten eggs into the dough until it becomes smooth and slightly thinner.

Shape and Bake the Pastries:

1. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
2. Fill a pastry bag with the dough and pipe out shapes resembling bananas, about 10 centimeters long, onto the baking sheet. Leave enough space between each as they will expand during baking.
3. Smooth out raised pieces of dough with a finger dipped in water.
4. Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F).
5. Bake the pastries for about 30 minutes until they are golden brown.
6. Let the pastries cool completely before filling.

Fill the Pastries:

1. Make two small holes at the bottom of each pastry using a knife.
2. Fill a pastry bag with the prepared cream, fitted with a narrow tip.
3. Insert the tip into the holes and squeeze the cream into the pastries until filled.

Serve:

1. Arrange the filled pastries on a serving plate.
2. Sprinkle with powdered sugar.
3. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious homemade dessert!

Nutrition Information

• Servings: 12
• Calories per serving: 220
• Total Fat: 12g
• Saturated Fat: 7g
• Cholesterol: 105mg
• Sodium: 80mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 24g
• Dietary Fiber: 1g
• Sugars: 12g
• Protein: 4g

These cream-filled pastry bananas are not only delightful but also relatively simple to prepare. With their crisp exterior and creamy filling, they are sure to be