Pâte à bombe

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PRESENTATION

Pâte à bombe is such a game-changer in French desserts. And i mean, the ultra-smooth, creamy texture? Really can't beat it. With the pâte à bombe technique, you pour hot sugar syrup onto egg yolks and whip until light and fluffy. This not only nixes raw egg risks but also creates a stable base for loads of treats. Pastry shops and home kitchens alike love it for delights like tiramisu with pasteurized eggs, mousse, and semifreddo. And listen, it gives desserts a moist, rich feel—so so dependable. Plus, there's this elegance, even if you're keeping it simple.

In France, the pâte à bombe recipe rocks for making mousse that holds up and stays silky without a hitch. One of the coolest parts? It boosts flavors like crazy. Imagine a chocolate pâte à bombe mousse that’s both deep and velvety or a fruit semifreddo that keeps its light, sweet form. It's more than just looks; it makes desserts taste balanced with that bakery-style consistency. So, if you’re looking to experiment or refresh old favorites, this technique complements a variety of flavors. People use it for sugar syrup mousse and different French dessert bases—super super versatile.

Exploring the pâte à bombe method really opens up new ways to create tender and reliable desserts, all while staying safe and delicious. So, whether you’re a seasoned baker or just trying something new, this technique can elevate your dessert game with its unique blend of safety and flavor. Try it out, and you’ll find it brings a richness and stability that makes simple ingredients shine. For sure. Give it a go, and you'll see—it makes simple ingredients something special.

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INGREDIENTS
Sugar 0.85 cup (170 g)
Water 1.8 oz (50 g)
Egg yolks 5 ¼ tbsp (75 g)
Preparation

How to prepare Pâte à bombe

To prepare the pâte à bombe, pour the sugar 1 and water 2 into a saucepan. Start cooking the syrup over low heat, and from time to time, check the temperature using a kitchen thermometer; it should reach 250°F. When it reaches 239°F 3, pour the yolks into a bowl.

Start whisking them with an electric mixer 4, and as soon as the syrup reaches 250°F 5, slowly pour it into the yolks, keeping the mixer running at low speed 6.

Continue to whisk, slightly increasing the mixer speed 7, until the mixture becomes light, fluffy, and foamy 8. Continue working until it returns to room temperature. The pâte à bombe is ready to be used in many recipes 9.

Storage

It is preferable to use the preparation within the day.

Tip

We recommend using very fresh eggs. If you prefer a more intense color, you can use golden yolk eggs.

Instead of a bowl and mixer, you can also use a stand mixer for convenience.

Pay close attention to the syrup's temperature. As soon as it reaches 344°F, get ready to pour it, as it will reach the exact temperature very quickly, even just from the heat of the saucepan. This way, you won't risk crystallizing the syrup or exceeding the desired temperature.

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