Chocolate profiteroles
Indulge in heavenly Chocolate Profiteroles made with rich dark chocolate, creamy vanilla-infused milk, and a buttery pastry. This elegant dessert combines six yolks, sugar, and all-purpose flour for a delightful treat perfect for any occasion. Follow our easy recipe for homemade profiteroles that will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings!
- 07 Apr 2025
- Cook time 25 min
- Prep time 30 min
- 16 Servings
- 7 Ingredients
Chocolate profiteroles are a delightful French dessert featuring choux pastry filled with a rich chocolate cream. Light, airy, and decadently delicious, this dessert is sure to impress at any gathering. Follow this recipe to create your own batch of these mouthwatering treats.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the 2 tbsp of butter over medium heat until it just starts to bubble.
- Add the 1/3 cup of all-purpose flour to the melted butter, and stir continuously until the mixture forms a smooth paste, then cook for another 1-2 minutes while stirring.
- Remove from heat and let it cool down slightly.
- In a separate bowl, cream together 3 of the egg yolks (50g) with 1/4 cup sugar (50g) until thick and pale.
- Slowly pour this egg mixture into the butter and flour mixture, stirring continuously until it's fully combined and forms a dough-like consistency.
- Transfer the dough into a piping bag fitted with a large round tip.
- Pipe small mounds of dough onto the lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and puffed up.
- Remove from the oven and pierce each profiterole with a toothpick or skewer to release the steam, allowing them to cool completely on a wire rack.
- In a medium saucepan, heat the 1.5 cups of milk over medium heat until it begins to simmer.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the remaining 3 egg yolks (50g) and 1/4 cup sugar (50g) until light and creamy.
- Slowly pour the hot milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to temper the eggs.
- Pour the mixture back into the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring continuously, until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon, forming a custard.
- Remove from heat and stir in the 1 tsp of vanilla extract.
- Melt the 1/2 cup of dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method), stirring until smooth.
- Once melted, remove from heat and set aside.
- Use a sharp knife to slice each profiterole in half horizontally.
- Spoon or pipe the cooled custard into the bottom half of each profiterole, then replace the top half.
- Drizzle the melted dark chocolate over the filled profiteroles.
- Arrange the profiteroles on a serving plate.
- Enjoy your homemade chocolate profiteroles immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Tips:
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before you begin to help them combine more smoothly.
- Stir continuously while cooking the chocolate cream to avoid burning and ensure a smooth texture.
- Use a piping bag with a small nozzle to fill the profiteroles cleanly and efficiently.
- Allow the profiteroles to cool completely before filling to prevent the chocolate cream from melting.
With these steps, you will have created a batch of exquisite chocolate profiteroles that will undoubtedly be a hit with family and friends. Enjoy the light crunch of the pastry paired with the luxurious chocolate filling. Bon appétit!
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 45 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 80kcal | 4% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 2.68g | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 13g | 4% |
| Fiber 0.87g | 2% |
| Sugar 9g | 9% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 7g | 8% |
| Saturated 1.60g | 5% |
| Cholesterol 77mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 50ug | 6% |
| Choline 54mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B1 0.03mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 0.06mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 0.07mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 0.04mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B9 10ug | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 0.26ug | 11% |
| Vitamin C 0.00mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E 0.37mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K 0.21ug | 0% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 36mg | 3% |
| Copper, Cu 0.01mg | 1% |
| Iron, Fe 1.07mg | 10% |
| Magnesium, Mg 20mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus, P 50mg | 4% |
| Potassium, K 45mg | 1% |
| Selenium, Se 4.59ug | 8% |
| Sodium, Na 12mg | 1% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.27mg | 2% |
| Water | |
| Water 24g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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