CHOCOLATE-HAZELNUT CREAM PUFFS

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Chocoholic friends and family won't be able to resist these mini chocolate cream puffs filled with creamy, chocolate-hazelnut flavor. The tiny treats are as pretty as a picture and worth every mouthwatering bite.-Mary Lou Wayman, Salt Lake City, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 ounces cream cheese, softened
4 tablespoons sugar, divided
2/3 cup Nutella
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup chopped hazelnuts or pecans, toasted
1 cup all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons baking cocoa
1 cup water
1/2 cup butter
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 large eggs
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • For filling, in a small bowl, beat cream cheese and 2 tablespoons sugar until smooth. Gradually beat in Nutella and cream until blended. Stir in nuts. Cover and refrigerate., In another bowl, combine the flour, cocoa and remaining sugar. In a large saucepan, bring water, butter and salt to a boil. Add flour mixture all at once and stir until a smooth ball forms. Remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Continue beating until mixture is smooth and shiny. , Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until set and browned. Remove to wire racks. Immediately split puffs open; remove and discard soft dough from inside. Cool completely. , Spoon filling into cream puffs; replace tops. Dust with confectioners' sugar. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303 calories, Fat 21g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 106mg cholesterol, Sodium 177mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Heller Lixan
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These cream puffs are so delicious, I could eat them every day!


ALI Ge
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I love the chocolate hazelnut flavor of these cream puffs! They're the perfect treat for a chocolate lover.


David Grant
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These cream puffs were a bit too rich for my taste. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Owori Felix
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my cream puffs turned out flat and dense. I think I might have overmixed the dough.


Babu Sordar
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These cream puffs are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're definitely worth the effort. They're perfect for a special occasion or a weekend treat.


Latif Mugheri
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I've made this recipe several times, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The cream puffs are always light and airy, and the filling is always creamy and delicious.


Ehizokhale Gideon
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I'm new to baking, and this recipe was really easy to follow. The cream puffs turned out beautifully!


Lerma Rivarez
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I made these cream puffs for my kids, and they loved them! They're now my go-to recipe for a quick and easy dessert.


Irfan Muhammad
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These cream puffs are perfect for a special occasion. They're elegant and delicious.


Akash Butt
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I'm allergic to hazelnuts, so I substituted almonds in this recipe. The cream puffs turned out great!


Nelson Gold
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These cream puffs were a disaster! The dough was too sticky, and the filling was too runny. I ended up throwing them all away.


Mutesi Lydia
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These cream puffs were a bit too sweet for me. I think I'll cut down on the sugar next time.


Jester
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I'm not a big fan of cream puffs, but I thought these were pretty good. The chocolate hazelnut filling was really tasty.


Raghib Ajju
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These cream puffs are so easy to make. I was able to whip them up in no time. They're also a great way to use up leftover chocolate and hazelnuts.


mani Lovely
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I love chocolate and hazelnuts, so I knew I had to try this recipe. The cream puffs were delicious! The filling was creamy and smooth, and the chocolate hazelnut flavor was perfect.


Dani Dan
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These cream puffs were a hit at my party! They were light and airy, with a rich chocolate hazelnut filling. I'll definitely be making them again.