These Fancy Eclairs are the ultimate pastry indulgence, filled with creamy goodness and topped with vibrant glazes, nuts, fresh berries, and cookie crumbs. A modern twist on a classic French dessert.
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 10 eclairs
- Category: Pastry, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-inspired
Ingredients
Choux Pastry:
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1/2 cup unsalted butter
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1 cup water
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1/4 tsp salt
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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4 large eggs
Pastry Cream Filling:
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2 cups milk
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1/2 cup sugar
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1/4 cup cornstarch
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4 egg yolks
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a saucepan, bring butter, water, and salt to a boil. Add flour and stir vigorously.
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Let it cool slightly, then beat in eggs one at a time until dough is smooth.
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Pipe into long eclair shapes and bake for 30 minutes or until golden. Let cool.
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Prepare pastry cream by heating milk, sugar, and cornstarch until thickened.
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Whisk in yolks, then butter and vanilla. Chill.
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Fill eclairs with cream, dip tops in glaze, and decorate with toppings.
Notes
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Chill pastry cream for at least 2 hours for best piping consistency.
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You can use flavored glazes like strawberry, lemon, or chocolate.
Find it online: https://tastyera.com/fancy-eclairs/