Low Sodium Chocolate Cream Puff

Indulge in the decadent yet heart-conscious delight of Low Sodium Chocolate Cream Puffs! Perfectly crisp and airy choux pastry shells are baked to golden perfection, then filled with a luscious dark chocolate cream that’s both rich and silky. This recipe cuts back on sodium without sacrificing flavor, relying on unsalted butter and 70% cocoa dark chocolate to enhance the natural sweetness and depth of the dessert. With just a dusting of powdered sugar for a touch of elegance, these cream puffs are the ultimate showstopper for a special occasion or an indulgent treat. Easy to make in under an hour, this recipe serves 12, making it the perfect low sodium indulgence to share with family and friends.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 240 ml Water
• 85 g Unsalted butter
• 125 g All-purpose flour
• 4 large Eggs
• 100 g Dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher)
• 240 ml Heavy cream
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract
• 1 tbsp Powdered sugar (optional for dusting)

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 over medium heat, combine the water and unsalted butter. Heat until the butter is melted and the mixture begins to boil.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low, and add the flour all at once. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan, about 2 minutes.

Step 4

Transfer the dough into a large mixing bowl and let it cool for about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until the dough is smooth and shiny.

Step 6

Spoon or pipe the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, making 12 evenly spaced mounds.

Step 7

Bake for 10 minutes at 425°F (220°C), then reduce the temperature to 375°F (190°C) and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the puffs are golden brown and firm.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and cool on a wire rack.

Step 9

For the chocolate filling, melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water or in the microwave, stirring frequently until smooth.

Step 10

In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.

Step 11

Gently fold the melted chocolate into the whipped cream until fully combined.

Step 12

To assemble the cream puffs, once they are completely cooled, cut them in half horizontally.

Step 13

Pipe or spoon the chocolate cream filling into the bottom halves and top with the other halves.

Step 14

Dust with powdered sugar if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1005.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2801.5

Total Fat 215.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 121.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 1172.2mg	0%
Sodium 405.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 150.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.3g	0%
Total Sugars 33.0g
Protein 46.4g	0%

Vitamin D 164IU	0%
Calcium 235.4mg	0%
Iron 21.2mg	0%
Potassium 1152.2mg	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: 71.1%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 22.1%