Types of Profiteroles: Classic, Gold, White Chocolate and Sour Cherry Pistachio
Short answer: Nazar Profiterol makes five types of profiteroles: the dark-chocolate Classic, the caramel-noted Gold Chocolate, the pistachio-topped White Chocolate, the Sour Cherry & Pistachio with diplomat cream, and the Trio Mix with all three chocolate sauces in one box. Every type uses the same soft choux puffs and milk-cooked pastry cream; the sauce and the size are what set them apart.
This guide walks you through how each profiterole tastes, how many people it serves and when to choose it. If you are curious where the dessert comes from, start with Where Do Profiteroles Come From?
What makes profiterole flavors different?
A profiterole has three parts: choux pastry puffs, the cream inside and the sauce poured on top. At Nazar, the puffs and cream are made fresh every morning at our production kitchen in Şerifali, Istanbul. The real difference is the sauce: the type of Belgian chocolate changes the whole character of the dessert.
Classic Profiterole: dark chocolate, the recipe since 1946
The Classic Profiterole pairs a dark Belgian chocolate sauce with milk-cooked pastry cream and choux puffs. It is the recipe Nazar has been making in Istanbul since 1946, and the best pick if you like a balance of sweet and slightly bitter.
Classic Profiterole sizes
- 220 g: 3–4 puffs, a single serving.
- 750 g: 12 puffs, serves 3–4.
- 1 kg: 16 puffs, serves 4–5.
Gold Chocolate Profiterole: for caramel lovers
The sauce is made with Gold (caramel) Belgian chocolate. According to its maker Callebaut, Gold chocolate is made with caramelised sugar and caramelised milk, with notes of toffee, butter, cream and a touch of salt. If you want something softer than dark chocolate but richer than white, try Gold. It comes as a 220 g single serving and a 600 g box (10 puffs, serves 2–3).
White Chocolate Profiterole with pistachio
A white Belgian chocolate sauce meets the same cream and choux puffs, finished with Antep pistachios. It is milky and mellow, and it looks great next to the dark Classic on a shared table. Available as 220 g and 600 g (10 puffs, serves 2–3).
Sour Cherry & Pistachio Profiterole
This one is a different recipe: diplomat cream, sour cherries, pistachio and chocolate chunks, topped with a marbled sauce. The tart cherry balances the sweetness of the chocolate. Choose a 220 g serving or a 700 g box.
Nazar Trio Mix Profiterole: when you can't decide
The 750 g Trio Mix box brings white, Gold and dark Belgian chocolate sauces together with 12 choux puffs and pastry cream. It serves 3–4, so everyone at the table can find a favorite.
Which profiterole should you order?
- A treat for one: any 220 g serving.
- Dessert for 2–3: Gold or White Chocolate 600 g.
- Family table, 3–4 people: Classic 750 g or Trio Mix 750 g.
- A bigger crowd: Classic 1 kg, or a bulk order.
See every flavor with photos on our menu.
How to order profiteroles in Istanbul
You can order online in three ways: store pickup (no delivery fee; we call you when it's ready), delivery anywhere in Istanbul, and bulk orders. You can also visit one of our Istanbul branches, open every day of the week.
For office treats, birthdays or weddings, use our bulk order page. Everyone sees the same list price and the discount is applied automatically based on basket size.
FAQ
What is the difference between the profiterole types?
The choux puffs and pastry cream are the same; the sauce differs. Classic is dark chocolate, Gold has caramel notes, White Chocolate is topped with pistachio. Sour Cherry & Pistachio is a separate recipe with diplomat cream.
How many people does a box of profiteroles serve?
220 g serves one, 600 g serves 2–3, 750 g serves 3–4 and 1 kg serves 4–5.
How long do profiteroles keep?
Our profiteroles are made fresh daily and have a shelf life of 3 days. Keep them in the fridge and enjoy them within that time.
Are profiteroles and eclairs the same?
Both use choux pastry, but the shape and presentation differ. Read Profiteroles vs Eclairs for details.
