Toffee Profiteroles

Instructions

1. 1

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

   Tip: Optional: to prevent sugar crystallization, place the baking sheet in the oven for 5 minutes before baking.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

   Tip: Use a stand mixer for easier mixing.

4. 4

   Beat in eggs one at a time, allowing each egg to fully incorporate before adding the next.

   Tip: Be careful not to overmix.

5. 5

   With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the flour mixture and mix until just combined.

   Tip: Avoid overmixing.

6. 6

   Gradually add the milk, mixing until the dough comes together in a ball.

   Tip: If the dough is too dry, add a little more milk.

7. 7

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

   Tip: Squeeze out small balls of dough, about 1 1/2 inches in diameter.

8. 8

   Pipe the dough into balls, about 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheet.

   Tip: Tap the baking sheet gently to remove any air bubbles.

9. 9

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

   Tip: Rotate the baking sheet halfway through baking.

10. 10

    Allow the profiteroles to cool completely on a wire rack.

11. 11

    Once cool, fill a piping bag with toffee bits and pipe into the cooled profiteroles.

    Tip: Squeeze gently to avoid bursting.

12. 12

    Drizzle with caramel sauce and sprinkle with sea salt.

    Tip: Optional: add a pinch of flaky sea salt for extra flavor.