Salted Chocolate Profiteroles

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

   Tip: Use a silicone mat for easier cleanup

2. 2

   In a medium saucepan, combine the milk, sugar, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved.

   Tip: Don't let the mixture boil.

3. 3

   Remove the milk mixture from the heat and let it steep for 5 minutes. Strain the mixture into a clean bowl and let it cool slightly.

   Tip: This will help the flour to dissolve evenly.

4. 4

   In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.

   Tip: Make sure to sift the flour for even distribution.

5. 5

   Add the egg to the flour mixture and whisk until the dough comes together.

   Tip: Don't overmix.

6. 6

   Gradually pour the milk mixture into the flour mixture, whisking until a smooth dough forms.

   Tip: Use a spatula to scrape the sides of the bowl.

7. 7

   Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a large round tip.

   Tip: If you don't have a piping bag, you can use a plastic bag with a corner cut off.

8. 8

   Pipe small circles of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2cm of space between each profiterole.

   Tip: Try to make the circles uniform so they bake evenly.

9. 9

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

   Tip: Don't open the oven door during the first 10 minutes.

10. 10

    Remove the profiteroles from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes.

    Tip: This will help them to set.

11. 11

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

    Tip: Make sure the chocolate is smooth and glossy.

12. 12

    Fill a piping bag with the melted chocolate and pipe a circle on top of each profiterole.

    Tip: You can also use a spatula to spread the chocolate evenly.

13. 13

    Sprinkle a pinch of flaky sea salt and salt on top of each profiterole.

    Tip: This will add a nice textural element and a touch of saltiness.

14. 14

    Serve the profiteroles warm, dust with powdered sugar if desired.

    Tip: You can also serve them at room temperature or chilled.