Chocolate Covered Eclairs

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 11

Indulgent Chocolate Covered Eclairs Recipe

by The Chefin Pastry

Prep

30 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

282

Sugar

15g

Fat

20g

Eclairs are a classic French pastry that have become popular all around the world. The light and airy choux pastry, whipped cream filling, and indulgent chocolate glaze make this a crowd-pleaser for all ages. They are perfect for special occasions and parties, but can also be enjoyed as a sweet indulgence anytime. The preparation can be a bit tricky, but this recipe ensures that you'll have perfectly delicious eclairs every time. Serve with a glass of cold milk or a cup of hot coffee for maximum enjoyment.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 180°C and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
2.	In a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat, bring milk, water, sugar, salt, and butter to a boil.
3.	Reduce heat to low, and add the flour while stirring continuously until a ball of dough forms.
4.	Take the saucepan off the heat and allow the dough to cool for 2-3 minutes before beating in the eggs one by one.
5.	Transfer the dough into a piping bag and pipe onto the prepared baking tray. Place in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
6.	Remove the tray from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
7.	For the chocolate glaze, melt chocolate in a double boiler and add butter. Once melted, remove the mixture from heat and continue stirring until the chocolate cools down.
8.	Cut the baked eclairs lengthwise, spoon in whipped cream and ice with the chocolate glaze.

PROS

Chocolate Covered Eclairs are an indulgent dessert that is perfect for parties, special occasions, or just as a treat for yourself.
The choux pastry is light and airy, allowing the whipped cream filling and chocolate glaze to really shine.

CONS

While delicious, eclairs are high in calories and sugar, so should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

They can be a bit tricky to prepare, so beginners might want to take on an easier pastry item before trying to make these.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While not a health food, there are some benefits to chocolate. Chocolate contains antioxidants, which fight free radicals in the body. It’s also been shown to improve heart health, lower blood pressure, and improve brain function. The choux pastry in eclairs is also a good source of iron and potassium.

	1/2 cup water
	1/2 cup milk
	1 pinch salt
	1 tablespoon sugar
	5 tablespoons butter
	1 cup flour
	2 tablespoons flour
	4 eggs