Follow these steps for perfect results
All-purpose flour
for marking
Pate a Choux
prepared
Heavy cream
Milk
Light corn syrup
Semisweet chocolate
finely chopped
Vanilla ice cream
Line two large baking sheets with nonstick baking mats or parchment paper.
Dip a 2-inch round cookie cutter in flour and mark circles 1 inch apart on the prepared sheets.
Transfer Pate a Choux to a pastry bag fitted with a 5/8-inch plain tip.
Pipe puffs to fit in the floured circles.
Gently smooth the pointed peaks with a moistened finger, rounding tops to ensure even rising.
Freeze puffs (on sheets) until firm, about 30 minutes.
In a saucepan, combine heavy cream, milk, and corn syrup.
Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat.
Remove from heat.
Add finely chopped semisweet chocolate, stirring with a wooden spoon until melted.
Set chocolate sauce aside to cool slightly.
Preheat the oven to 375F.
Remove puffs from freezer.
Bake, rotating sheets halfway through, until puffs are golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes.
Transfer sheets to wire racks to cool completely.
Using a serrated knife, slice off the top third of each puff.
Set aside the tops of the puffs.
Place a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the bottom of each puff.
Replace tops.
Drizzle with chocolate sauce.
Serve immediately.
Expert advice for the best results
Ensure the Pate a Choux is properly prepared for best results.
Freeze the puffs before baking to help them maintain their shape.
Serve immediately after filling to prevent the puffs from becoming soggy.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
Pate a Choux and puffs can be made ahead and frozen.
Arrange profiteroles on a plate and drizzle generously with chocolate sauce. Garnish with powdered sugar.
Serve as a dessert after a meal.
Serve at a party or gathering.
A sweet wine complements the dessert.
The bitterness cuts through the sweetness
Discover the story behind this recipe
A classic French pastry, often served at celebrations.
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