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Chocolate Profiteroles
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of water, 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Add 1 cup of all-purpose flour to the saucepan and stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the dough cool for 5 minutes.
- Add 4 large eggs, one at a time, stirring well after each addition until the dough is smooth and glossy.
- Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a large round tip. Pipe 12 mounds onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each mound.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until puffed and golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool completely on a wire rack.
- In a small saucepan, heat 1/2 cup of semisweet chocolate chips and 1/4 cup of milk over low heat, stirring constantly until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a separate bowl, whip 1 cup of heavy cream with 1 tablespoon of powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Cut the cooled profiteroles in half and fill each with a dollop of whipped cream. Replace the top half of the profiteroles.
- Drizzle the chocolate sauce over the filled profiteroles and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Profiteroles, also known as cream puffs, have a rich history dating back to 16th century France. These delectable pastries are made from choux dough, filled with a creamy custard or ice cream, and topped with a decadent chocolate sauce. The origins of profiteroles can be traced to the court of Catherine de Medici, where they were created by her pastry chef. Today, this delightful dessert can be found in patisseries and fine dining restaurants around the world. In France, renowned chefs like Alain Ducasse and Pierre Hermé have put their own spin on this classic treat, elevating it to new heights. For the best version of this dish, head to Paris, where you can indulge in the most exquisite profiteroles with chocolate sauce. The key to perfecting this dessert lies in achieving the delicate balance of light, airy choux pastry, velvety cream filling, and luscious chocolate sauce. While the classic recipe calls for a chocolate sauce, some chefs may experiment with variations such as dark chocolate ganache or a hint of espresso for added depth of flavor. Whether enjoyed in a Michelin-starred restaurant or homemade with love, profiteroles with chocolate sauce are a timeless indulgence that continues to captivate dessert enthusiasts worldwide.
60 min
12
220 calories
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