Classic French Profiteroles: Easy Indulgence for Home Chefs
Learn how to make classic French profiteroles, a delightful treat perfect for home chefs.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups whipped cream
- 1 cup chocolate sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a saucepan, combine the water, butter, sugar, and salt and bring to a boil.
- Add the flour all at once and stir vigorously until the mixture forms a ball.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly before adding the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Pipe the dough onto a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden.
- Once cooled, fill with whipped cream and drizzle with chocolate sauce before serving.
Notes
- For best results, use room temperature eggs.
- Serve profiteroles immediately after filling them to maintain their texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 profiterole
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Classic French Profiteroles, profiteroles, dessert, choux pastry