For the Academy Awards Governors Ball, Canelés Baillardran brings a touch of Bordeaux elegance to Hollywood’s most celebrated evening. Revered for its mastery of the iconic French canelé, the house is known for pastries with a delicately caramelized exterior and a tender, custard-like center, offering a refined balance of texture and flavor. Each bite reflects generations of artisanal savoir‑faire, transforming a beloved regional specialty into a moment of pure indulgence. Served among cinema’s brightest stars, Canelés Baillardran embodies timeless craftsmanship, understated luxury, and the shared pleasure of celebrating excellence—on screen and at the table.

INGREDIENTS

  • 500g whole milk
  • 2 vanilla beans
  • 250g sugar
  • 125g AP flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 50g melted butter
  • 50g dark rum

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Add milk and vanilla beans (including pod) to a saucepan and bring to a boil.
  2. Set aside to cool to lukewarm temperature.
  3. In a bowl, mix sugar and flour.
  4. Add eggs and egg yolks to mixture and whisk until fully combined.
  5. Remove vanilla bean pods, and add warm milk mixture to until fully combined.
  6. Add melted butter and rum to mixture, whisk until combined.
  7. Cover and put in fridge for a minimum of 12 hours, ideally 48.  Note: Batter can rest for up to 5 days, and a longer rest time will improve the final product.
  8. When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 385°F.
  9. Pour into canelé mold and bake for 40 minutes, until golden brown.