Vanilla Profiteroles

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180°C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and confectioner's sugar.

   Tip: Use a whisk to ensure the mixture is well combined.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, combine the melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.

   Tip: Use an electric mixer to cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

4. 4

   Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, whisking until a smooth dough forms.

5. 5

   Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.

   Tip: Use a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment or knead by hand.

6. 6

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

   Tip: Use a piping bag to create the pastry puffs.

7. 7

   Pipe the dough into small balls, about 2cm in diameter. Tap the baking sheet to remove any air bubbles.

8. 8

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

   Tip: Check the profiteroles after 15 minutes and bake for an additional 5 minutes if necessary.

9. 9

   Allow the profiteroles to cool on a wire rack for 10-15 minutes.

10. 10

    To assemble the profiteroles, split them in half horizontally using a serrated knife.

    Tip: Use a serrated knife to carefully split the profiteroles in half.

11. 11

    Fill the profiteroles with the cream mixture (see below) and dust with confectioner's sugar.

    Tip: Use a piping bag to fill the profiteroles with the cream mixture.