Butterscotch Paris-Brest

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

2. 2

   In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter and sugar over medium heat, stirring occasionally.

3. 3

   Add the light brown soft sugar and cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring constantly.

4. 4

   Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the cocoa powder until well combined.

5. 5

   Let the mixture cool slightly, then stir in the butterscotch sauce until smooth.

6. 6

   In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, unsalted milk, and a pinch of salt until well combined.

7. 7

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a dough forms.

8. 8

   Divide the dough into 4 equal pieces and roll each piece into a ball.

9. 9

   Use a pastry bag or a plastic bag with a corner cut off to pipe the dough into long, thin strips.

10. 10

    Place the strips on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving about 2cm of space between each strip.

11. 11

    Bake the strips for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.

12. 12

    Remove the strips from the oven and let them cool completely.

13. 13

    To assemble the Paris-Brest, place a strip on a serving plate and spread a small amount of the cooled butterscotch filling down the center of the strip.

14. 14

    Top the filling with another strip, pressing the edges together to seal.

15. 15

    Drizzle the caramelized sugar over the top of the Paris-Brest and serve.