Dana, the top layer of the ring is essentially pate-a-choux and will rise a bit, but not significantly, as the layer will be fairly thin (unlike a cream puff or eclair). It's also normal for the ring to deflate a little as it cools. The last picture in this post and the one attached to the recipe page itself should give you an idea of what to expect. Mollie@KAF
December 8, 2016 at 6:02pm
In reply to Is this dough supposed to rise in the oven, like pate a choux? … by Dana Siegel (not verified)