If you're a dessert lover, then you must try making chocolate eclairs at home. These creamy and chocolaty pastries are a perfect treat for any occasion. Follow this easy recipe to make the most delicious chocolate eclairs that will surely impress your family and friends.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 eggs
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Start by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a saucepan, bring water, butter, and salt to a boil. Add flour and stir until the mixture forms a ball. Remove from heat and let it cool for a few minutes. Beat in eggs, one at a time, until you have a smooth and glossy batter.
Transfer the batter to a piping bag and pipe it onto the prepared baking sheet in 4-inch lengths. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and puffy. Remove from the oven and let them cool.
In a mixing bowl, whip heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Spoon the mixture into a piping bag fitted with a small round tip. Cut a small slit into the bottom of each eclair and pipe the cream filling into the center.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and butter in 30-second intervals until smooth. Dip the top of each eclair into the chocolate glaze and let it set for a few minutes. Serve and enjoy!