Orange Chocolate Profiteroles

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a medium saucepan, combine the milk, butter, and granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the butter has melted.

3. 3

   In a small bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the saucepan, whisking constantly.

4. 4

   Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.

5. 5

   Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes. Add the eggs one at a time, whisking until fully incorporated.

6. 6

   Add the orange juice and zest to the dough and mix until well combined.

7. 7

   Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a large round tip. Pipe into 1-inch (2.5 cm) balls onto the prepared baking sheet.

8. 8

   Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the puffs are golden brown.

9. 9

   Allow the puffs to cool completely on a wire rack.

10. 10

    Melt the dark chocolate chips in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval.

11. 11

    Drizzle the melted chocolate over the cooled profiteroles.

12. 12

    Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar before serving.