A croquembouche (kroke-em-boosh) is a tower of profiteroles (cream puffs) stuck together with a thin layer of crisp caramel, which gives the dessert its name, “crocque em bouche” or “crunches in the mouth.” This dramatic pile of puffs is typically served at weddings, but I’ve taken liberties and find it a worthy dessert for any big occasion.

Kirsten Tibballs on Instagram: "Introducing my Croquembouche, a tower of sheer delight – available now on @savourschool online classes. Irresistibly puffed choux pastry filled with two luscious creme pâtissier flavors: zesty orange liqueur and decadent dark chocolate. Each choux is then dipped into toffee, for that extra layer of indulgence, and then assembled into a wonderous tower, finished with a golden swirl of spun sugar. Want to learn how to make my croquembouche? Head over to the li

Croquembouche… Literally ‘crunch in the mouth’. Also known as a French Wedding Cake. It’s made from profiteroles that have been stacked around a cone and held together with …

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Zoë François on Instagram: "Croquembouche! A tower of cream puffs held together with caramel is a sensational centerpiece for a holiday table. Everything about this dessert brings me joy! ♥️🎄Happy Holidays! #holiday #baking #zoebakes #croquembouche"

Matt Adlard on Instagram: "Profiteroles with a crispy choux, freshly churned vanilla gelato and chocolate sauce - absolute dream combo! I used to eat these little profiterole towers growing up but I don’t ever remember them having fresh vanilla gelato in 😂 Now there is a few elements to this, but everything can be prepped really easily ahead of time, you can freeze the choux and just pop it in the oven to bring back the crispiness before you’re ready to serve. You need to serve it…