Eclairs
Eclairs are a delightful French pastry filled with cream and topped with chocolate, perfect for any occasion.
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Servings: 12 eclairs
Calories: 200kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup water
- 4 large eggs
- 1 pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream for filling
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for filling
- Chocolate or fondant for icing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a saucepan, combine water, butter, and salt; bring to a boil.
- Remove from heat and quickly stir in flour until the mixture forms a ball.
- Allow the dough to cool for a few minutes.
- Add eggs, one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
- Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a large round tip.
- Pipe 4-inch long strips onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and puffed up.
- Let the eclairs cool completely on a wire rack.
- Whip the heavy cream with sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
- Fill the cooled eclairs with the whipped cream using a piping bag.
- Dip the tops in melted chocolate or fondant to finish.
Nutrition
Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 10g