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Eclairs are a delightful treat that always impresses. Imagine biting into a light, airy pastry filled with rich, creamy goodness and topped with a smooth chocolate glaze. This eclair recipe is straightforward and perfect for any occasion. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting, these eclairs will make you feel like a pro. Let's get baking!
Eclair Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 eggs
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium saucepan, combine butter and water. Bring to a boil.
- Remove from heat and stir in flour until mixture forms a ball.
- Beat in eggs one at a time until smooth.
- Transfer dough to a piping bag and pipe 4-inch strips onto the baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool.
- For the filling, whip heavy cream with sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
- For the glaze, heat chocolate chips and heavy cream until smooth.
- Cut cooled eclairs in half and fill with cream. Dip tops in chocolate glaze.
What You Will Need
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What you will need to make eclairs
- Butter: Adds richness and flavor to the dough, ensuring a tender and flaky texture for the eclairs.
- Water: Helps create steam in the dough, making the eclairs puff up and become light and airy.
- All-purpose flour: Provides structure to the dough, allowing the eclairs to hold their shape during baking.
- Eggs: Essential for binding the dough and giving it elasticity, resulting in a smooth and glossy finish.
- Heavy cream: Whipped into a light, fluffy filling that contrasts perfectly with the crisp eclair shell.
- Sugar: Sweetens the cream filling, balancing the flavors and adding a touch of sweetness.
- Vanilla extract: Enhances the flavor of the cream filling, giving it a warm and aromatic note.
- Chocolate chips: Melted into a smooth glaze that adds a rich, decadent finish to the eclairs.
- Heavy cream: Combined with chocolate chips to create a luscious, glossy glaze for the eclair tops.
Tools and Instruments Required
What tools/instruments will be needed to make eclair recipe
- Saucepan: Essential for boiling butter and water, creating the base for the dough.
- Mixing bowl: Necessary for combining ingredients and beating in eggs.
- Piping bag: Used to shape the dough into eclair forms on the baking sheet.
- Baking sheet: Holds the piped dough, ensuring even baking.
- Whisk: Whips the heavy cream to stiff peaks for the filling.
- Microwave-safe bowl: Melts chocolate chips and heavy cream for the glaze.
Eclair Recipe
Classic French pastry filled with cream and topped with chocolate.
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Ingredients:
Choux Pastry
- 1/2 cup Butter
- 1 cup Water
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 4 Eggs
Cream Filling
- 2 cups Heavy cream
- 1/4 cup Sugar
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
Chocolate Glaze
- 1 cup Chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup Heavy cream
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium saucepan, combine butter and water. Bring to a boil.
- Remove from heat and stir in flour until mixture forms a ball.
- Beat in eggs one at a time until smooth.
- Transfer dough to a piping bag and pipe 4-inch strips onto the baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool.
- For the filling, whip heavy cream with sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
- For the glaze, heat chocolate chips and heavy cream until smooth.
- Cut cooled eclairs in half and fill with cream. Dip tops in chocolate glaze.
Notes:
Best enjoyed fresh. Store in the fridge for up to 2 days.
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Nutrition value:
Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg
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Make Ahead and Freezing Instructions
Make Ahead Instructions
- Bake eclairs and let them cool completely.
- Store unfilled eclairs in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- Prepare filling and glaze, then refrigerate separately.
Freezing Instructions
- Freeze unfilled eclairs on a baking sheet until solid.
- Transfer frozen eclairs to a freezer bag or container.
- Freeze for up to 2 months.
- Thaw at room temperature before filling and glazing.
Did you know that adding a pinch of salt to the chocolate glaze can enhance its flavor, making it taste richer and more balanced?
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ:
How do I store leftover eclairs?
Keep them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Can I freeze eclairs?
Yes, freeze unfilled eclairs. Thaw and fill when ready to serve.
Why did my eclairs deflate?
They might not have baked long enough. Ensure they are golden brown and firm.
Can I use a different filling?
Absolutely! Custard, pastry cream, or even ice cream work well.
How do I make the glaze shinier?
Add a teaspoon of corn syrup to the chocolate and cream mixture.
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