High Protein Chocolate Cream Puff

Elevate your dessert game with these *High Protein Chocolate Cream Puffs*, a guilt-free indulgence that combines classic French pastry with a nutritious twist. These airy choux pastry puffs are enriched with whey protein powder for a boost of muscle-building fuel, while their velvety filling features a luscious blend of cocoa, Greek yogurt, and low-fat milk for a creamy, chocolatey experience that feels indulgent yet wholesome. Perfect for post-workout treats or satisfying chocolate cravings, this recipe is ready in just under an hour and yields eight perfectly portioned delights. With their irresistibly light texture and protein-packed filling, these chocolate cream puffs are a must-try for fitness enthusiasts and dessert lovers alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 120 ml water
• 70 g unsalted butter
• 1 pinch salt
• 75 g all-purpose flour
• 2 units large eggs
• 15 g whey protein powder
• 250 ml low-fat milk
• 25 g unsweetened cocoa powder
• 20 g cornstarch
• 50 g granulated sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 150 g greek yogurt

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the water, butter, and salt. Heat the mixture over medium heat until the butter is melted and the mixture begins to boil.

Step 3

Remove from heat, add the flour all at once, and stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until the mixture forms a smooth ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan.

Step 4

Return the pan to the heat and cook the dough for another 1-2 minutes to dry it out, stirring constantly.

Step 5

Transfer the dough to a mixing bowl and allow it to cool for a minute.

Step 6

Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. The dough should be smooth and glossy.

Step 7

Stir in the whey protein powder until well combined.

Step 8

Spoon or pipe 8 mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly.

Step 9

Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown. Do not open the oven door during baking as this can cause them to collapse.

Step 10

Turn off the oven and allow the puffs to sit in the closed oven for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and cool on a wire rack.

Step 12

For the filling, mix the milk, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk continuously until the mixture thickens and begins to bubble.

Step 13

Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Allow to cool to room temperature.

Step 14

Fold the Greek yogurt into the cooled chocolate mixture until smooth and well combined.

Step 15

Slice the top off each puff and fill with a generous spoonful of chocolate cream. Replace the top and serve immediately or chill for later.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(881.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1546.7

Total Fat 80.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 43.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 559.5mg	0%
Sodium 496.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 162.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.2g	0%
Total Sugars 67.2g
Protein 55.6g	0%

Vitamin D 185IU	0%
Calcium 592.0mg	0%
Iron 9.7mg	0%
Potassium 843.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.4%

Protein: 13.9%

Carbs: 40.7%