Chocolate-Covered Cream Puffs
Indulge in the ultimate dessert decadence with these Chocolate-Covered Cream Puffs. Perfectly airy choux pastry is baked to golden perfection, then filled with a luscious vanilla-scented whipped cream. Each puff is crowned with a silky chocolate glaze made from semi-sweet chocolate chips and heavy cream, adding a rich, glossy finish to every bite. With their impressive appearance and irresistibly creamy filling, these cream puffs are surprisingly easy to make at home, requiring just a few pantry staples and under an hour of your time. Ideal for celebrations, afternoon tea, or anytime you're craving a show-stopping treat, these bite-sized delights are as elegant as they are delicious. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a beginner, these chocolate-covered cream puffs are bound to become a beloved dessert in your repertoire!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Water
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 4 units Large eggs
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream (for chocolate glaze)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter, and salt over medium heat. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.
Step 3
Add flour all at once, reduce heat to low, and stir vigorously until the mixture forms a ball and leaves the sides of the pan, about 1 minute.
Step 4
Transfer the dough to a mixing bowl and let it cool for 5 minutes.
Step 5
Add eggs one at a time, beating well with a wooden spoon or mixer after each addition, until the dough is smooth and shiny.
Step 6
Using a piping bag or spoon, drop 12 equal mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 375°F (190°C) and bake for another 20 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
Step 8
Remove from the oven and pierce each puff with a skewer to allow steam to escape. Let them cool completely on a wire rack.
Step 9
Meanwhile, to make the filling, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a bowl until stiff peaks form.
Step 10
Once the puffs are cool, make a small incision in each and use a piping bag to fill them with the whipped cream.
Step 11
For the chocolate glaze, place chocolate chips and 0.5 cup heavy cream in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water, stirring until smooth and melted.
Step 12
Dip the tops of each filled cream puff into the chocolate glaze and return to the wire rack to set.
Step 13
Allow the chocolate to set before serving. Enjoy your delicious chocolate-covered cream puffs!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1165.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3198.6 |
| Total Fat 237.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 138.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 1265.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1006.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 227.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 109.3g | |
| Protein 50.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 160IU | 0% |
| Calcium 234.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 465.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories