Description
Chocolate eclairs choux are a delectable treat that combines a light, airy pastry with rich chocolate cream and a glossy chocolate glaze. Perfect for any occasion, these eclairs are sure to impress friends and family with their stunning appearance and heavenly taste. Whether you’re celebrating or simply indulging, mastering this recipe will elevate your dessert game to new heights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz dark chocolate (for filling and glaze)
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
Instructions
- Create the Choux Pastry: In a medium saucepan, combine water and butter over medium heat until boiling. Remove from heat and stir in flour and salt until a smooth dough forms.
- Add Eggs: Allow the dough to cool slightly. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until glossy.
- Pipe Eclairs: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper and pipe 4-inch logs of dough onto the sheets.
- Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
- Create the Filling: Whip heavy cream to soft peaks, melt dark chocolate, and fold into whipped cream with cocoa powder.
- Prepare the Glaze: Melt remaining dark chocolate with cream until smooth. Dip cooled eclairs into the glaze.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg