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Chocolate Eclairs

Enjoy the classic French treat of chocolate eclairs, filled with a creamy filling and topped with rich chocolate glaze, perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 240
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Choux Pastry
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 4 large eggs Ensure they are at room temperature
For the Filling
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Chocolate Glaze
  • 8 oz semisweet chocolate
  • 1/4 cup milk

Method
 

Preparation of Choux Pastry
  1. In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and 1/2 cup of unsalted butter over medium heat. Once the butter melts, bring it to a rolling boil.
  2. Remove from heat and quickly stir in 1 cup of all-purpose flour and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Mix until it forms a ball of dough.
  3. Return the pan to low heat, stirring constantly for about 2 minutes to dry out the dough slightly.
Incorporate Eggs
  1. Let the dough cool for a few minutes. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition until smooth and glossy.
Shape and Bake
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Using a piping bag, pipe the dough into 4-inch strips. Bake for about 25 minutes, until they are puffed and golden.
Prepare the Filling
  1. In a mixing bowl, whip 1 cup of heavy cream, 1/4 cup of powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
Fill the Eclairs
  1. Once the eclairs are cool, slice them open and fill them generously with the whipped cream.
Make the Chocolate Glaze
  1. Melt 8 oz of semisweet chocolate and 1/4 cup of milk together over low heat. Stir until smooth.
Glaze the Eclairs
  1. Dip the tops of the filled eclairs into the chocolate glaze, letting the excess drip off.
Serve and Enjoy
  1. Allow the glaze to set for a moment, then serve your delicious chocolate eclairs at your next family gathering!

Notes

Top Tips: Ensure eggs are at room temperature, use a large round tip for piping, don’t skip drying out the dough, and control oven temperature to prevent collapsing.