Milk Chocolate Choux Buns

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).

2. 2

   In a medium saucepan, combine the milk, milk powder, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture reaches 180°C (350°F).

3. 3

   In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and cocoa powder. Add the softened butter and, using a pastry blender or your fingertips, work it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs.

4. 4

   Add the eggs to the flour mixture, one at a time, and mix until the dough comes together.

5. 5

   Add the hot milk mixture to the dough and mix until a smooth, shiny dough forms.

6. 6

   Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a large round tip. Pipe the dough into 6-8 buns on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

7. 7

   Bake the buns for 18-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown.

8. 8

   Allow the buns to cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes before filling.

9. 9

   To fill the buns, use a pastry bag or a knife to make a small incision in the side of each bun. Fill the bun with a small amount of milk chocolate.

10. 10

    Dust the buns with confectioner's sugar and serve.