Vanilla Custard Choux Eclair

The eclair, a classic French pastry, is believed to have originated in the 19th century. Its elongated shape and creamy filling make it a popular choice for dessert lovers around the world.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 85 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Vanilla Custard Choux Eclair

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: French Courses: Dessert, Pastry Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 25 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 1500

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 150 gram Choux pastry dough
• 3 piece Eggs
• 1 cup Milk
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• ¹⁄₂ cup Whipped cream
• 2 tablespoon Powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
2. In a saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it starts to simmer. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, and eggs until well combined.
3. Slowly pour the hot milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly.
4. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens and comes to a boil.
5. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Transfer the custard to a bowl and cover with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto the surface to prevent a skin from forming. Let it cool to room temperature.
6. In a separate bowl, whip the cream until stiff peaks form. Fold the whipped cream into the cooled custard.
7. Fill a piping bag fitted with a round tip with the custard mixture.
8. Pipe the custard into the choux pastry shells.
9. In a small bowl, mix together powdered sugar and water to make a glaze.
10. Dip the top of each filled eclair into the glaze.
11. Place the eclairs on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
12. Remove from the oven and let them cool completely before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 25g9%

Sugars 15g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.