Here is a splendid edible centerpiece for your New Year’s table, the croquembouche — row upon row of tiny cream puffs mounted into a conical tower and glittering with caramel. It’s fun to assemble and ...

We love to make a croquembouche (a very classy cone-shaped display) out of our cake truffles at Milk Bar. It is so easy to assemble and it always ups the ante of any dessert spread. Our version is ...

Stir together heavy cream and star anise in a medium bowl. Cover and chill at least 6 hours or up to overnight. Stir together 1 1/2 cups water, butter, granulated sugar, and salt in a medium saucepan.

One of my favorite desserts to make is this wonderful “cake” called a croquembouche. It was created by chef Antoine Carême in the 1700’s and is the traditional French wedding cake. This wonderful cake ...