Choux pastry freezes well once it's cooked, so make the buns in advance if you prefer. For this recipe you will need a food mixer with whisk attachment or an electric whisk, a piping bag fitted ...

To make the pastry, put the butter and 150ml/5fl oz water in a small pan. Heat gently until the butter has melted. Bring slowly to the boil, and then remove from the heat. Quickly add the plain ...