Éclairs (Chocolate Cream-Filled Pastries)

A classic French dessert, Éclairs are light choux pastries filled with cream and topped with a rich chocolate glaze.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

For the Choux Pastry:

  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 large eggs

For the Filling:

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Chocolate Glaze:

  • 200 g dark chocolate chopped
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). In a saucepan, combine water, milk, and butter, bringing it to a boil. Remove from heat and stir in flour until a smooth dough forms. Return to heat, stirring for 2 minutes. Let cool slightly, then beat in eggs one at a time until smooth. Pipe long strips onto a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden. Cool completely.
  • Whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Transfer to a piping bag and fill each pastry by slicing them in half or using a piping tip.
  • Heat heavy cream in a saucepan until hot but not boiling. Pour over chopped chocolate and stir until smooth.
  • Dip the top of each éclair into the chocolate glaze and let it set. Serve immediately or refrigerate.

NUTRITION FACTS (Per Serving)

Calories: 350 kcal
Carbohydrates: 28 g
Fat: 24 g
Protein: 6 g

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