Storing Profiteroles: Fridge, Freezer, or Room Temperature?

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Discussion Overview

The thread centers around various methods for storing profiteroles in preparation for a New Year's Eve event. Participants share their experiences and preferences regarding the best storage techniques, including refrigeration, freezing, and room temperature storage.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses uncertainty about how to store profiteroles made a day in advance, asking for advice on refrigeration, freezing, or room temperature options.
  • Several participants mention that storing unfilled profiteroles at room temperature in a ziplock bag after cooling completely is effective.
  • Another participant shares their experience of freezing profiteroles completely and notes that they defrost beautifully.
  • One participant describes their method of freezing profiteroles in a Chillzanne and advises uncovering them while defrosting to avoid them becoming soft.
  • Another participant mentions that they prefer to shake powdered sugar on their profiteroles after defrosting instead of drizzling chocolate, suggesting that chocolate should be added after thawing.
  • One participant shares their decision to freeze the profiteroles after drizzling chocolate on them, questioning the advice to wait.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree that freezing profiteroles is a viable option, but there are differing opinions on whether to add chocolate before or after freezing. No clear consensus emerges on the best method for chocolate application.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences related to preparing profiteroles for events, highlighting various storage methods and their outcomes.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for insights on preparing and storing profiteroles for events may find the shared experiences helpful.

kam
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I want to make the Profiteroles for New Year's Eve, but I am not sure how to do these ahead.

I want to make the puffs today (1 day ahead). How do I store just the puffs? Fridge, Freezer, or room temp??

Can I make the filling today too and just put it in the fridge in a container until I fill the profiteroles tomorrow?

Or is it really better to completely make them (with filling) and freeze them?

Thanks!
 
All of the above will work. If you make them today and don't fill them, cool them COMPLETELY and put in a ziplock bag and store at room temp.My favorite way is to make them completely and freeze them.Enjoy!
 
finley1991 said:
All of the above will work. If you make them today and don't fill them, cool them COMPLETELY and put in a ziplock bag and store at room temp.

My favorite way is to make them completely and freeze them.

Enjoy!
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Me too! I did this once for a fair, made a batch every night, had about 6 dozen & they defrosted beautifully!
 
I froze them, stored them in the Rect. Chillzanne (without the frozen insert).
When I took them out of the freezer, (I was taking them to a host house), I kept them in the chillzanne,with the lid on as I was setting up etc,
they ended up soft.

So definitely uncover them while they are defrosting.

Then I had the guest fill them, drizzle the chocolate, etc. sorta a hands on activity.
 
I made mine today for tomorrow's party. I did as others have suggested (and have done myself) - I made them completely and then froze them. I don't drizzle chocolate on mine, though - I just shake powdered sugar on them once they're defrosted (and I defrost uncovered). If you're doing the chocolate, I'd wait until they're thawed to add the chocolate.
 
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Thanks everyone!

I decided to make them completely and freeze them. I also decided to drizzle the chocolate on now before I froze them (I didn't see the post suggesting waiting for the chocolate - why wait to add the chocolate??)

This is the first time I made these and DH and I HAD to taste test a few. I made them with the heavy whipping cream and they are wonderful!!
 
Good choice Kathleen. Enjoy them!!
 

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I store profiteroles at room temperature?

Yes, you can store profiteroles at room temperature for a short period, typically up to 2 hours. However, if they are filled with cream or custard, it's best to refrigerate them to prevent spoilage.

How should I store unfilled profiteroles?

Unfilled profiteroles can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 2 days. For longer storage, it's best to freeze them.

Can I freeze filled profiteroles?

It is not recommended to freeze filled profiteroles, especially those with cream or custard, as the filling may separate or become watery upon thawing. Instead, freeze the shells unfilled and fill them just before serving.

What is the best way to store profiteroles in the fridge?

If you need to store filled profiteroles in the fridge, place them in an airtight container and consume them within 1-2 days for the best texture and flavor.

How do I reheat frozen profiteroles?

To reheat frozen unfilled profiteroles, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake them for about 10-15 minutes until they are warmed through and crisp. Avoid microwaving, as this can make them soggy.

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