Profiteroles

Indulge in these airy profiteroles, filled with luscious whipped cream and drizzled with rich chocolate sauce. A delightful French treat, perfect for special occasions or a sweet finish to a cozy dinner.

• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 pinch salt
• 4 large eggs
• 2 cups whipped cream
• 1/2 cup chocolate sauce

Method

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a saucepan, combine the water, butter, and salt over medium heat. Stir until the butter is melted.

3. 3

   Add the flour all at once and stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan.

4. 4

   Remove the pan from heat and let it cool for about 5 minutes. Then, add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until the dough is smooth and glossy.

5. 5

   Using a piping bag, pipe small mounds of dough (about 1 inch in diameter) onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

6. 6

   Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until they are puffed and golden brown. Do not open the oven door while they bake.

7. 7

   Once baked, remove from the oven and let cool completely on a wire rack.

8. 8

   Once cooled, cut the profiteroles in half, fill them with whipped cream, and drizzle with chocolate sauce before serving.