Eric Lanlard's perfect profiteroles recipe

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   First make the choux pastry.

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   In a saucepan heat the water and butter together to boiling point.

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   Remove the pan from direct heat and whisk in the flour.

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   Return the pan to the heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the dough stops sticking to the side of the pan.

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   Remove the pan from direct heat and beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing each egg in thoroughly.

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   Set aside and cover with cling film.

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   Preheat the oven to 200C/gas 6.

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   Using a piping bag with a smooth nozzle, pipe little crowns of choux pastry.

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   Bake the profiteroles for 30 minutes until golden and risen.

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    Meanwhile, whip the cream and sugar so it creates nice peaks.

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    Melt the chocolate on a bain marie

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    When the profiteroles are cooked and have cooled down, pierce them with a sharp knife and fill them with the whipped cream.

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    Pile them on a serving plate and pour over the melted chocolate .

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.