High Protein Chocolate Cream Puff
Elevate your dessert game with these High Protein Chocolate Cream Puffs, a stunning combination of indulgence and nutrition! Featuring a light and airy choux pastry infused with whey protein powder, these puffs are baked to golden perfection, then filled with a creamy, velvety chocolate filling made from Greek yogurt, unsweetened cocoa, and just the right touch of sweetness. With the added boost of protein, they’re perfect for a guilt-free treat that satisfies your sweet tooth while supporting your health goals. Ideal for fitness enthusiasts, chocoholics, or anyone seeking a high-protein dessert, these cream puffs are as impressive to serve as they are easy to make. With 20 minutes of prep time and a decadent flavor profile, this recipe is perfect for parties, special occasions, or even post-workout indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 120 ml water
- 70 g unsalted butter
- 1 pinch salt
- 75 g all-purpose flour
- 2 units large eggs
- 15 g whey protein powder
- 250 ml low-fat milk
- 25 g unsweetened cocoa powder
- 20 g cornstarch
- 50 g granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 150 g greek yogurt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium saucepan, combine the water, butter, and salt. Heat the mixture over medium heat until the butter is melted and the mixture begins to boil.
Remove from heat, add the flour all at once, and stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until the mixture forms a smooth ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
Return the pan to the heat and cook the dough for another 1-2 minutes to dry it out, stirring constantly.
Transfer the dough to a mixing bowl and allow it to cool for a minute.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. The dough should be smooth and glossy.
Stir in the whey protein powder until well combined.
Spoon or pipe 8 mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown. Do not open the oven door during baking as this can cause them to collapse.
Turn off the oven and allow the puffs to sit in the closed oven for an additional 5 minutes.
Remove from the oven and cool on a wire rack.
For the filling, mix the milk, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk continuously until the mixture thickens and begins to bubble.
Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Allow to cool to room temperature.
Fold the Greek yogurt into the cooled chocolate mixture until smooth and well combined.
Slice the top off each puff and fill with a generous spoonful of chocolate cream. Replace the top and serve immediately or chill for later.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1547 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.7 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 43.9 g | 219% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 560 mg | 186% | |
| Sodium | 497 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 162.5 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.2 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 67.2 g | ||
| Protein | 55.6 g | 111% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.6 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 592 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 9.7 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 843 mg | 18% | |
*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.
