Addictive Chocolate Eclairs~

This is one of the recipes I did in my pastry class and it turned out quite nice. Had some praises from several chefs. A simple and quick recipe. There are many variations to the fillings and the whole thing actually ^^ Along the way, always taste your product. Does it need more sugar? More salt? Everyone has their own taste preference and if you taste what you make and 'tweek' the recipe to go with your taste, you can never go wrong!! Enjoy making and EATING the Addictive Chocolate Eclairs~

Eclairs

Method

1. Combine water, unsalted butter, salt and sugar to rapid boil. (Use medium fire)

2. Add strong flour ( a little at a time ), ensure continuous stirring until a paste forms.

3. Remove from heat, and let to cool till 60˚C (140 ˚F).

4. Beat eggs (use mixer) a little at a time. (Note: Too much at a time can cause product to be too wet)

5. Product should be smooth and moist.

6. Fill piping bag and pipe roughly 3cm think an 8cm long on baking tray. (Use round nozzle with diameter 1-1.5cm)

7. Bake for 10 minutes at 215˚C.

8. Decrease to 190˚C and bake till slightly browned.

9. Remove from oven and leave to cool.

Creme Pattissiere (Filling)

Method

 

Product ~> Soften with whisk and gradually add same amount of whip cream.

Overall Product

1. Slice eclairs to form a book opening ( like how you would open a book).

2. Fill pipping bag with creme pattissiere and pipe into the opening.

3. Ensure filling does not overflow.

4. Melt semi-sweet chocolate (use bane-marie/ water bath). (Note: Chocolate sauce can also be used. Leave a comment if you would like the recipe for chocolate sauce)

5. Dip the top part of the eclair in the chocolate.

6. Chill and serve cold.

xoxo

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