Decadent Chocolate Cream Puffs with Ice Cream Filling
Indulge in the delightful experience of making Decadent Chocolate Cream Puffs! This recipe combines rich chocolatey choux pastry with your favorite ice cream for a heavenly dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. Each puff is light and airy, encasing a scoop of creamy ice cream, making them a delightful treat to share with family and friends. The irresistible combination of textures and flavors will impress everyone at your next gathering, leaving them craving more!
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Servings
200
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
water
1 cup (none)
unsalted butter
1/2 cup (cubed)
sugar
2 tablespoons (none)
salt
1/4 teaspoon (none)
all-purpose flour
1 cup (sifted)
unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tablespoon (sifted)
eggs
5 (large, room temperature)
ice cream
1 quart (flavor of choice)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly coat a baking sheet with cooking spray.
2
In a medium saucepan, combine the water, unsalted butter, sugar, and salt. Place over medium-low heat, allowing the butter to melt completely.
3
Once the butter has melted, add the flour and unsweetened cocoa powder all at once. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
4
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Allow the mixture to cool slightly before adding the eggs, one at a time. Beat well after each addition until the batter is smooth and glossy.
5
Using a 1/4 cup measuring cup, drop dollops of the batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 40 minutes, or until the puffs are puffed up and firm to the touch. Avoid opening the oven door during baking.
7
Once baked, remove the puffs from the oven and let them cool slightly. Cut off the top third of each puff and scoop out the soft center from the base, making room for the ice cream.
8
Place the hollowed-out bases and the tops on a wire rack to cool completely.
9
Once the bases are cool, fill each puff with a generous scoop of your favorite ice cream. Replace the tops on each cream puff.
10
Transfer the filled cream puffs back onto the baking sheet and freeze until firm, about 1-2 hours.
11
For long-term storage, transfer the puffs to an airtight container and freeze for up to one week.
12
When ready to serve, place the puffs on plates and let them stand at room temperature for 15 minutes to soften slightly.
13
Drizzle with your choice of chocolate or caramel sauce before serving, and enjoy the deliciousness!
Nutrition Information
12.5g
Fat
18g
Carbs
4g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Decadent Chocolate Cream Puffs?
They are a delightful dessert featuring rich chocolatey choux pastry filled with a scoop of creamy ice cream.
What temperature should the oven be preheated to?
The oven should be preheated to 400°F (200°C).
How should I prepare the baking sheet?
Lightly coat the baking sheet with cooking spray before starting.
Which ingredients are combined in the saucepan first?
Combine water, unsalted butter, sugar, and salt in the saucepan over medium-low heat.
When do I add the flour and cocoa powder?
Add the sifted flour and unsweetened cocoa powder all at once after the butter has completely melted.
How do I know when the dough is ready to be removed from the heat?
Stir the mixture vigorously until it forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
How should I add the eggs to the batter?
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until the batter is smooth and glossy.
What size should each dollop of batter be?
Use a 1/4 cup measuring cup to drop dollops of batter onto the baking sheet.
How much space should I leave between the puffs on the baking sheet?
Space the dollops of batter about 2 inches apart to allow for expansion.
How long do the chocolate cream puffs need to bake?
Bake the puffs for approximately 40 minutes.
Can I open the oven door while the puffs are baking?
No, you should avoid opening the oven door during the baking process.
How do I check if the puffs are done?
The puffs are finished when they are puffed up and firm to the touch.
How do I prepare the puffs for the ice cream filling?
Cut off the top third of each puff and scoop out the soft center from the base.
Should I let the puffs cool before filling them?
Yes, place the hollowed-out bases and tops on a wire rack to cool completely before adding ice cream.
What type of ice cream should I use?
You can use one quart of your favorite ice cream flavor.
How long do the filled cream puffs need to freeze?
Freeze the filled puffs for about 1-2 hours until they are firm.
How long can I store these cream puffs?
They can be stored in an airtight container in the freezer for up to one week.
What should I do before serving the frozen puffs?
Let the puffs stand at room temperature for 15 minutes to soften slightly before serving.
What toppings are recommended for these cream puffs?
Drizzle them with your choice of chocolate or caramel sauce before serving.
How many eggs are required for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 5 large, room temperature eggs.
Is the flour sifted?
Yes, the recipe specifies using 1 cup of sifted all-purpose flour.
What type of cocoa powder is used?
The recipe uses 1 tablespoon of sifted unsweetened cocoa powder.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 200 calories.
How much fat is in one serving?
There are 12.5g of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in each puff?
There are 18g of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the protein content?
Each serving provides 4g of protein.
Should the butter be cold or at room temperature when starting?
The recipe suggests using 1/2 cup of cubed unsalted butter to be melted with water.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are a total of 8 ingredients.
Is this dessert suitable for parties?
Yes, it is described as a perfect treat for sharing with family and friends at gatherings.
What is the primary texture of the pastry?
The pastry is light and airy with a firm outer shell.