Épingler Delight in the magic of the season with these Festive Profiterole Christmas Cookie Skewers: charming cream puffs and buttery cookies, transformed into eye-catching treats dipped in chocolate and sprinkled with color.
This fun holiday recipe started as a way to bring together friends with something unique for dessert. The combination of profiteroles and cookies makes these skewers a happy highlight for holiday celebrations.
Ingredients
- Profiteroles: 1/2 cup (120 ml) water, 1/4 cup (60 g) unsalted butter, 1/4 tsp salt, 1/2 cup (65 g) all-purpose flour, 2 large eggs
- Pastry Cream Filling: 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk, 2 tbsp (25 g) granulated sugar, 2 large egg yolks, 1 tbsp (8 g) cornstarch, 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Cookies: 12 small round butter cookies (store-bought or homemade)
- Toppings & Assembly: 1 cup (170 g) semisweet chocolate chips, 1 tbsp (14 g) unsalted butter, Red, green, and white sprinkles, 12 wooden skewers
Instructions
- Prep Oven and Sheet:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Make Profiterole Dough:
- In a saucepan, combine water, butter, and salt. Bring to a boil. Add flour all at once, stirring vigorously until mixture forms a ball and pulls away from sides. Remove from heat, let cool 5 minutes. Beat in eggs one at a time until smooth and glossy.
- Shape and Bake:
- Transfer dough to a piping bag. Pipe 24 small mounds (about 1 inch) onto prepared sheet. Bake 18–20 minutes until golden and puffed. Cool completely.
- Make Pastry Cream:
- In a saucepan, heat milk until steaming. In a bowl, whisk sugar, egg yolks, and cornstarch. Gradually add hot milk, whisking constantly. Return to saucepan, cook over medium, stirring, until thickened. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla. Cool completely.
- Fill Profiteroles:
- Poke a hole in each profiterole. Pipe pastry cream into centers using a piping bag.
- Assemble Skewers:
- On each skewer, alternate 2 profiteroles and 2 cookies.
- Melt and Decorate:
- Melt chocolate chips and butter together until smooth. Drizzle over assembled skewers or dip ends. Decorate with festive sprinkles.
- Set and Serve:
- Let chocolate set before serving.
Épingler Making these with my kids has become a holiday tradition. Each skewer gets a little personal touch and sparks joyful memories at our table.
Required Tools
Saucepan, baking sheet, parchment paper, mixing bowls, whisk, piping bags, and wooden skewers are essential for preparing and assembling this recipe.
Allergen Information
Contains eggs, milk, wheat (gluten), and dairy. Check labels carefully if allergens are a concern.
Nutritional Information (per skewer)
180 calories, 9 g total fat, 21 g carbohydrates, and 3 g protein in each skewer.
Épingler Serve these on a platter and watch them disappear. They're just the right mix of whimsy and delicious for any holiday get-together.
Questions fréquentes sur la recette
- → Can I use store-bought cream puffs instead of homemade?
Yes, store-bought mini cream puffs work well and save time. Just fill or use as is for easy assembly.
- → How do I keep profiteroles crisp after assembly?
Allow profiteroles to cool fully before filling and assembling. Serve soon after assembling for best texture.
- → Can I make these skewers in advance?
Skewers can be prepared a few hours ahead, but for optimal freshness, drizzle chocolate close to serving time.
- → What alternatives can I use for sprinkles?
Crushed candy canes, toasted nuts, or colored sugar add festive flair and can be swapped for sprinkles.
- → Is it possible to use different types of cookies?
Any small, firm butter cookies are suitable. Try ginger snaps or sugar cookies for unique holiday flavors.
- → How do I fill profiteroles easily?
Use a piping bag and gently poke a hole in each puff, then squeeze in pastry cream until filled.