Profiteroles Recipe for a Sweet Celebration ๐
Overview:
Profiteroles, those delightful pastry puffs filled with velvety ice cream and drizzled with a rich chocolate sauce, hold a special place in my heart. This cherished recipe, passed down from my mother, transforms simple ingredients into a decadent dessert perfect for festive occasions. With a preparation time of 15 minutes and a total cooking time of 50 minutes, you’ll soon be savoring the sweet nostalgia of homemade profiteroles.
Ingredients:
Pastry:
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsifted all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- (Optional) Strawberry ice cream for filling
Ice Cream Balls:
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
- 4 oz. semi-sweet baking chocolate, coarsely chopped
- 1 oz. unsweetened chocolate, coarsely chopped
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 1933.5
- Fat Content: 134.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 79.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 653.6mg
- Sodium Content: 810.6mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 180.7g
- Fiber Content: 13.1g
- Sugar Content: 112.9g
- Protein Content: 29.6g
Servings and Yield:
- Recipe makes 40 puffs
- Serves 8
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. |
| 2 | In a small saucepan, combine water, butter, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat. |
| 3 | Remove from heat and immediately beat in all-purpose flour with a wooden spoon. Continue beating until the mixture forms a ball. |
| 4 | Add one egg, beat until well blended. Then add the other egg and beat until the dough is shiny and satiny. |
| 5 | Drop rounded half-teaspoonfuls of dough onto an ungreased cookie sheet, making 40 puffs. |
| 6 | Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until puffed and golden-brown. |
| 7 | Let the puffs cool completely on a wire rack. |
| 8 | Scoop vanilla, strawberry, and/or chocolate ice cream into 40 balls using a melon baller or a 1-teaspoon measuring spoon. |
| 9 | Store the ice cream balls in the freezer until ready to assemble. |
| 10 | Cut a slice from the top of each cooled puff. |
| 11 | Fill each puff with an ice cream ball and replace the top. |
| 12 | If not serving immediately, place filled puffs in the freezer. |
| 13 | For the chocolate sauce, dissolve sugar in 2 tablespoons of cream over boiling water. |
| 14 | Remove from heat and add the chopped chocolate. Stir until melted, then beat in the remaining cream. |
| 15 | Serve the chocolate sauce warm. |
Presentation:
Mound the profiteroles in a serving dish, placing the sauce in a bowl or gravy boat for a charming self-serve experience. Accompany with whipped creamโplain, sweetened, or flavored with vanilla or cream. Alternatively, serve individual portions by arranging 5 puffs in each dessert dish. The key is to indulge in the sweet symphony of flavors while creating lasting memories.
Tips:
- Allow people to serve themselves the sauce and whipped cream for a personalized touch.
- Ensure not to leave the filled puffs in the freezer for too long to preserve their delightful texture.
This profiteroles recipe is a testament to the joy of homemade desserts, combining the warmth of family traditions with the decadence of indulgent treats. Share these golden-brown puffs of happiness with your loved ones, creating a sweet celebration to be remembered. ๐โจ
