Indulge in Chocolate Eclairs - A Delightful Treat!
Introduction:
Calling all dessert lovers! Get ready to experience the ultimate chocolatey delight with our decadent Chocolate Eclairs recipe. These heavenly pastries are sure to satisfy your sweet cravings and leave you wanting more. Follow along with our easy-to-follow instructions and impress your friends and family with this irresistible dessert!
For the Choux Pastry:
- 250 ml (1 cup + 2 tsp) water
- 70 grams (5 tbsp) butter
- 150 grams (1 cup) all-purpose flour
- 4 eggs
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 350 ml (1 1/2 cup) cold milk
- 30 grams (3 3/4 tbsp) corn starch
- 100 grams (1/2 cup) sugar
- 75 grams (1/3 cup) butter, at room temperature
- 200 ml (3/4 cups + 2 tbsp) heavy whipping cream, cold
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Chocolate Glaze:
- 150 grams (3/4 cup) chocolate chips
- 125 grams (1/2 cup plus 2 tsp) heavy cream
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F and line two sheet pans with parchment paper.
2. In a medium non-stick pot, combine water and salt, and bring to a boil.
3. Add the butter and bring to a boil once more.
4. Add the flour and whisk vigorously until no lumps remain and the batter thickens, about 1 minute.
5. Remove the pot from the heat and let the batter cool for 5 minutes.