- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- This recipe yields about 12 éclairs.
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 350 kcal
Quick summary
“Chocolate eclairs are delicious and easy to make, perfect for parties or a special afternoon coffee.”
What you need to know
- O recheio é feito com leite, gemas e baunilha
- A cobertura é feita com chocolate derretido e creme de leite
- As gemas são utilizadas tanto no recheio quanto na cobertura
Ingredients
Main
- For the filling:
- 2 cups of milk
- 4 egg yolks
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 3 tablespoons of cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the topping:
- 200g of semisweet chocolate
- 1/2 cup of cream
Instructions
Principal
- Meanwhile, prepare the filling. In a pot, heat the milk. In another bowl, mix the yolks, sugar, and starch. As soon as the milk boils, pour over the egg yolk mixture, stirring constantly. Return to the heat until thickened, add the vanilla, mix, and let cool.
- For the topping, melt the chocolate with the heavy cream in a double boiler. Set aside. After the filling has cooled, fill the éclairs with a piping bag and cover them with the melted chocolate.
Chef's tips
- Use gemas frescas para garantir uma textura cremosa
- Deixe o creme de leite esfriar antes de derreter o chocolate
- Assegure-se de que a mistura para o recheio esteja fria antes de enchê-lo nos éclairs
Variations
- Adicione raspas de limão ao recheio para um sabor cítrico
- Use diferentes tipos de chocolate na cobertura, como chocolate branco ou meio-doce
- Inclua nozes torradas picadas na cobertura para um toque crocante
Substitutions
- Pode-se usar açúcar de confeiteiro em vez de açúcar refinado
- O amido de milho pode ser substituído por farinha de trigo
- O chocolate meio amargo pode ser substituído por chocolate ao leite
How to store
Éclairs should be consumed the day after preparation. They can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Can it be frozen?
The éclairs cannot be frozen, as the cookie texture may change when thawing.
What to serve with
Serves well with coffee or tea, or can be accompanied by white ice cream for texture contrast.
Frequently asked questions
Can éclairs be stored in the freezer?
No, éclairs should not be frozen, as the texture can change when thawing.
Can I use powdered sugar in the filling?
Yes, powdered sugar is a good substitute and can lead to a softer filling.
How long should I let the filling cool before filling the éclairs?
Let the filling cool for at least 30 minutes before filling the éclairs to avoid melting the pastry.
What should I do if I don't have heavy cream?
You can use condensed milk or milk with dissolved cornstarch as an alternative for the topping.
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