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Double Chocolate Profiteroles

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By: Shinee Published: 8/13/2015Updated: 6/08/2021

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Simple cream puffs filled with light Nutella whipped cream and topped with glossy chocolate ganache. Light and flavorful dessert for all occasions!

Simple cream puffs filled with light Nutella whipped cream and topped with glossy chocolate ganache. Light and flavorful dessert for all occasions!

Simple cream puffs filled with light Nutella whipped cream and topped with glossy chocolate ganache. Light and flavorful dessert for all occasions!

It seems like it’s been forever since I posted anything chocolate.

Wait, never mind, it’s only been a couple of weeks. (Hi, hazelnut chocolate macarons!) Nonetheless, it’s always a good time for chocolate recipe, right? 

Today, I have a simple, yet elegant and deliciously light pastry dessert for you. Say “Hi” to these dainty little Double Chocolate Profiteroles! 

Don’t let the fancy name fool you, these are none other than simple cream puffs filled with light Nutella whipped cream and topped with glossy dark chocolate ganache. Light as feather, these little chocolate morsels are so addicting!

Simple cream puffs filled with light Nutella whipped cream and topped with glossy chocolate ganache. Light and flavorful dessert for all occasions!

Did I mention how simple it’s to make these? 

We’ll start with basic choux pastry (aka double cooked pastry). Just like my lemon crème puffs, I used water for a base of this batter, instead of mixture of milk and water. Why? I found that this particular dough rises much better with less amount of fat.

It never fails to amaze me how these little puff pastries rise with perfect hollow center, waiting to be filled with delicious filling. This time, I mixed up whipped cream with Nutella for the filling. So easy, yet light (obviously, not calorie-wise) and delicous!

Double chocolate creme puffs- step by step photo tutorial

And for the final touch, we’ll dip the filled cream puffs in a glossy dark chocolate ganache!! Heaven!

If my lemon crème puffs didn’t quite convince you to whip up a batch, hope this chocolate version will do just that! Aren’t they just irresistible??

Simple cream puffs filled with light Nutella whipped cream and topped with glossy chocolate ganache. Light and flavorful dessert for all occasions!

Now if you’ll excuse me, I’m gonna go and get a bite of this heaven right now! 

As always, thanks for reading! 🙂

Double Chocolate Profiteroles

Simple cream puffs filled with light Nutella whipped cream and topped with glossy chocolate ganache. Light and flavorful dessert for all occasions!
5 from 1 vote
serves: 30 servings
Prep: 30 minutes
Cook: 30 minutes
Total : 1 hour
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Ingredients

For Pastry:

  • 4 tablespoons 55gr unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2/3 cup 80gr all-purpose flour
  • 3 large eggs at room temperature

For Chocolate Filling:

  • 2/3 cup 160ml heavy cream
  • 2/3 cup 200gr Nutella

For Chocolate Glaze:

  • 1/4 cup 60ml heavy cream
  • 1/3 cup 65r bittersweet, or semisweet chocolate chips
Note: I test all my recipes with both measurements for the most precise and accurate result!

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper, or silicone mat.
  • In a medium saucepan, combine 2/3 cup (150ml) of water, butter, sugar and salt and bring the mixture to a boil over medium high heat. Once the butter is melted and mixture is boiling, add the flour all at once, reduce the heat to medium. Using a wooden spoon, continuously stir the mixture. The dough will start to form into a ball. Keep mixing for another 3-4 minutes until light crust forms on the bottom of the pan.
  • Transfer the dough into a mixing bowl with paddle attachment and mix it for a few minutes on low speed until the mixture is at room temperature. (Alternatively, you can use a wooden spoon. Mixer is not required here!) Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. This will help to get egg absorbed into the dough quicker. The dough should not be too runny, yet not too thick.
  • Transfer the batter into a pastry bag and pipe into 1.5-inch rounds couple inches apart. Level peaked tops with wet fingertip, if needed.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes, rotating the sheets top to bottom and back to front half way. The pastry shells should be golden brown, crispy and puffed up. Transfer the shells onto a cooling rack to cool completely. (If the pastry shells fall flat when you remove from oven, it means they are under-baked. Simply put it back into the oven and bake for another 3-5 minutes, or until they puff up again.)
  • To make the filling, whip the heavy cream until hard peaks form in a mixing bowl with whisk attachment. Fold in Nutela and gently mix until smooth. Transfer the filling into a pastry bag with small round tip (I used Wilton #7 round tip). 
  • When ready to serve, pipe the filling into each pastry shell through a small hole on the side. (Mine usually have a small hole somewhere, but you can also make a small slit with a knife.) Alternatively, you can cut the pastry shells horizontally and fill the shells that way.
  • To make the glaze, microwave the cream for 30-60secons, or until hot. Place the chocolate chips in a small bowl and pour the hot cream over it. Let is sit for a minute and then mix until smooth. Dip the filled cream puffs into the chocolate ganache and arrange them on a platter. Serve immediately.

Tips & Notes:

For step-by-step photos and additional notes, read the post above.
Though it’s best to serve the filled cream puffs right away, you can store them in airtight container in the fridge for 1-2 days. 
To make ahead: bake the pastry shells up to a day in advance and store in airtight container at room temperature. 
 

Nutrition Facts:

Calories: 104kcal (5%) Carbohydrates: 8g (3%) Protein: 1g (2%) Fat: 7g (11%) Saturated Fat: 5g (31%) Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g Monounsaturated Fat: 2g Trans Fat: 1g Cholesterol: 30mg (10%) Sodium: 45mg (2%) Potassium: 53mg (2%) Fiber: 1g (4%) Sugar: 5g (6%) Vitamin A: 179IU (4%) Vitamin C: 1mg (1%) Calcium: 17mg (2%) Iron: 1mg (6%)
* Disclaimer: All nutrition information are estimates only. Read full disclosure here.
Author: Shinee
Course:Dessert
Cuisine:American
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  1. SusanF-ofeverymoment says

    Posted on 9 September 2015 at 10:59 am

    I have been thinking about making cream puffs for a while – and now I know exactly what recipe to use. These look heavenly!

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 10 September 2015 at 11:16 am

      Thank you, Susan! You’ll love these. They’re easy and delicious! 🙂

      Reply
  2. Theresa @DearCreatives says

    Posted on 20 August 2015 at 7:12 pm

    Oh, these look so yummy! A chocolate lovers dream cookie.

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 22 August 2015 at 9:57 am

      For sure! 🙂 Thanks, Theresa!

      Reply
  3. Jelli says

    Posted on 17 August 2015 at 11:51 am

    Shinee, everything you make looks so yummy! I’ve had chocolate eclairs on my baking list for a few months, but you beat me to it. (Not that having more chocolate cream puff-goodness is ever a bad thing.) I want to dive into these.. YUM! Sharing.

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 18 August 2015 at 9:13 am

      Thank you, Jelli! Hope you get to making those chocolate eclairs soon. 🙂

      Reply
  4. Carlee says

    Posted on 16 August 2015 at 7:07 am

    These look amazing!  I keep saying I need to try making cream puffs, but I still haven’t done it.  These are definitely worth the try!

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 16 August 2015 at 9:13 am

      Agreed, Carlee. Thanks for visiting!

      Reply
  5. Beeta @ Mon Petit Four says

    Posted on 15 August 2015 at 5:03 pm

    I love profiteroles! These look great, Shinee. I like the idea of incorporating the nutella <3

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 16 August 2015 at 9:13 am

      Thank you, Beeta. You can never go wrong with Nutella. 🙂

      Reply
  6. Terri/Love and Confections says

    Posted on 14 August 2015 at 9:02 pm

    Hi Shinee! How are you? I love profiteroles and these look so good! Love the double chocolate.

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 15 August 2015 at 7:55 am

      Thanks, Terri! 🙂

      Reply
  7. Michelle @ A Dish of Daily Life says

    Posted on 14 August 2015 at 7:51 pm

    These look amazing, Shinee! I could go for one right now! 

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 15 August 2015 at 7:54 am

      Just one? 🙂 jk Thanks, Michelle!

      Reply
  8. mila furman says

    Posted on 14 August 2015 at 2:35 pm

    Gorgeous love!!! I love a good profiterole!!! Makes me think I am all French and fancy 🙂  Have a great weekend! 

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 15 August 2015 at 7:54 am

      Haha thanks, Mila! You have a great weekend as well!

      Reply
  9. Ana says

    Posted on 14 August 2015 at 1:34 pm

    Oh my gosh they look soo good! Creamy and full of chocolate and doughy and everything you want a profiterol to be 

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 15 August 2015 at 7:53 am

      Thanks, Ana!

      Reply
  10. nicole (thespicetrain.com) says

    Posted on 13 August 2015 at 6:48 am

    These guys look incredible, the photos show off that beautiful shiny ganache surface wonderfully. And Nutella whipped cream? DELICIOUS!

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 14 August 2015 at 8:37 am

      Yeah, can’t get any better than that, right? 🙂 Love Nutella. Thanks, Nicole!

      Reply

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