Heart-Healthy Chocolate-Covered Cream Puffs
Indulge guilt-free with these Heart-Healthy Chocolate-Covered Cream Puffs, a lighter twist on an elegant dessert favorite! Crafted with whole wheat pastry flour for added fiber and filled with creamy low-fat Greek yogurt sweetened with honey, these puffs are a perfect blend of decadence and health-conscious ingredients. The topping of rich dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher) not only enhances the flavor profile but also delivers a dose of antioxidants. Easy to prepare, these cream puffs are baked to golden perfection and feature a luscious filling that's piped into each delicate puff before being dipped into velvety melted chocolate. Ideal for a special occasion or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, this recipe transforms a classic treat into a heart-healthy delight. Perfect for anyone seeking dessert recipes that balance indulgence and nutrition!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.75 cup Whole wheat pastry flour
- 0.5 cup Water
- 0.25 cup Unsalted butter
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 2 Large egg
- 1 tablespoon Canola oil
- 1 cup Low-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 4 ounces Dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher)
- 1 tablespoon Almond milk
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium saucepan, bring water, unsalted butter, and salt to a rolling boil over medium heat.
Reduce the heat to low and add the whole wheat pastry flour to the saucepan. Stir continuously with a wooden spoon until a smooth dough forms and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
Transfer the dough into a large mixing bowl and allow it to cool slightly for about 5 minutes.
Add the eggs, one at a time, into the dough, mixing thoroughly with a hand mixer or wooden spoon until fully incorporated and smooth.
Using a tablespoon, drop mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each mound.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the puffs are golden brown and puffed. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely on a wire rack.
For the filling, in a medium bowl, combine the low-fat Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, and honey. Mix until smooth and set aside.
Once the puffs have cooled, use a knife to make a small hole on the side of each puff. Fill a piping bag with the yogurt mixture and fill each puff.
Melt the dark chocolate with almond milk in a microwave-safe bowl in intervals of 15 seconds, stirring each time until smooth.
Dip the tops of each filled cream puff into the melted chocolate, then place them back on the wire rack to cool and set.
Serve the cream puffs once the chocolate has set. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1877 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 104.3 g | 134% | |
| Saturated Fat | 50.1 g | 250% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 463 mg | 154% | |
| Sodium | 856 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 188.4 g | 69% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.8 g | 92% | |
| Total Sugars | 91.2 g | ||
| Protein | 54.9 g | 110% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 424 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 18.9 mg | 105% | |
| Potassium | 1664 mg | 35% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
