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!

  • 10 Apr 2024
  • Cook time 25 min
  • Prep time 30 min
  • 16 Servings
  • 7 Ingredients

Chocolate profiteroles

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:

2 tbsp butter
30g
1/3 cup all-purpose white wheat flour
40g
6 yolks
100g
1/2 cup dark chocolate
120g
1/2 cup sugar
100g
1.50 cups milk (1% fat)
360g
1 tsp vanilla extract
4g

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pastry:
- 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.
2. Bake the Profiteroles:
- 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.
3. Prepare the Chocolate Filling:
- 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.
4. Prepare the Chocolate Sauce:
- 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.
5. Assemble the Profiteroles:
- 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.
6. Serve:
- 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 Size45 grams
Energy
Calories 80kcal3%
Protein
Protein 2.68g2%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 13g4%
Fiber 0.87g2%
Sugar 9g9%
Fat
Fat 7g8%
Saturated 1.60g5%
Cholesterol 77mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 50ug6%
Choline 54mg10%
Vitamin B1 0.03mg3%
Vitamin B2 0.06mg5%
Vitamin B3 0.07mg0%
Vitamin B6 0.04mg2%
Vitamin B9 10ug3%
Vitamin B12 0.26ug11%
Vitamin C 0.00mg0%
Vitamin E 0.37mg2%
Vitamin K 0.21ug0%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 36mg3%
Copper, Cu 0.01mg0%
Iron, Fe 1.07mg10%
Magnesium, Mg 20mg5%
Phosphorus, P 50mg4%
Potassium, K 45mg1%
Selenium, Se 4.59ug8%
Sodium, Na 12mg1%
Zinc, Zn 0.27mg2%
Water
Water 24g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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