Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup water
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate, chopped (for custard)
- 2 cups milk
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate, chopped (for glaze)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients for a seamless cooking experience.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the butter, water, and salt. Bring to a boil. Add flour, stirring until a ball forms. Cook for 2 more minutes, then let cool slightly. Incorporate eggs one at a time.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Transfer dough into a piping bag and pipe long strips onto a lined baking sheet.
- Melt chocolate with vegetable oil until smooth. Dip eclair tops in melted chocolate glaze once they are cooled.
Notes
- Store eclairs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- For the best texture, enjoy within the first 24 hours.
- Unfilled eclairs can be frozen for up to three months; thaw before filling.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 eclair
- Calories: 250 Kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg