Profiteroles
Profiteroles are exquisite French pastries that offer a delightful combination of airy shells and rich cream fillings, all topped with luscious chocolate. Perfect for any occasion, these treats are easy to make and sure to impress your guests or satisfy your sweet cravings. With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you can create an irresistible dessert that looks as stunning as it tastes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (adjust to taste)
- 4 ounces dark or milk chocolate (for topping)
Instructions
- 1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- 2. In a saucepan, combine water and butter over medium heat until melted and boiling. Remove from heat and add flour all at once; mix until the dough pulls away from the sides.
- 3. Allow the dough to cool for five minutes. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until smooth.
- 4. Using a piping bag, pipe small mounds onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- 5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown; do not open the oven door while baking.
- 6. Whip cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Once cooled, cut profiteroles in half or poke holes before filling with cream.
- 7. Melt chocolate in a double boiler and drizzle over filled profiteroles before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 profiterole (45g)
- Calories: 178
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 62mg