Dessert Technique
An Ice Bath Can Cool Custard Without Diluting It
Set up an ice bath for cooked custard with stable bowls, controlled water levels and a prompt cooling plan that keeps water out of the dessert.
BROWNIES · CHOCOLATE · BAKING
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Pastry Skills
A Skin on Pastry Cream Begins While It Cools
Covering pastry cream at the surface helps prevent a skin, but cooling, refrigeration, and the recipe’s finishing method still matter.