A traditional croquembouche is a tower of custard-filled cream puffs held together by caramel. This version isn’t far off, but has a few shortcuts (so you can really focus on the decorating).

Light up the Christmas table with a stunning croquembouche that everyone will ... Repeat with as many of the buns as you want decorated. To assemble, dip either side of the buns in the caramel.