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Introduction
Chocolate éclairs are the epitome of French pastry perfection, with a crisp pâte à choux shell, luscious vanilla pastry cream filling, and glossy chocolate glaze. These classic éclairs are a treat for any special occasion, but they’re surprisingly achievable at home. Whether you’re impressing guests or treating yourself, this recipe will guide you to éclairs that look and taste like they came from a Parisian pâtisserie.
Ingredients
For the Pâte à Choux (Shells)
- 1 cup water
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 tsp sugar
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 large eggs
For the Vanilla Pastry Cream
- 2 cups whole milk
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 3 tbsp cornstarch
- 4 large egg yolks
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Chocolate Glaze
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
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