Description
Savor the heavenly taste of Chocolate Eclairs Choux, where airy pastry meets rich chocolate and creamy filling. This delightful treat is perfect for any occasion, from elegant gatherings to sweet personal indulgence. With a few simple steps, you can create stunning eclairs that will impress your family and friends. Get ready to embark on a delicious baking adventure!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In a saucepan, combine water, butter, and salt until melted. Once boiling, add flour and stir until a ball forms.
- Remove from heat; let cool slightly. Incorporate eggs one at a time until smooth and glossy.
- Pipe 4-inch strips onto parchment-lined baking sheets; bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown without opening the oven door.
- For the ganache, combine chopped chocolate and heavy cream in a bowl; microwave until melted and smooth.
- Whip heavy cream with vanilla and powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Fill cooled eclairs with whipped cream and drizzle with ganache.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 éclair
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg