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Chocolate Éclairs

Recipe by JustInCooking

Homemade French chocolate éclairs with a silky chocolate pastry cream, light choux shells, and a glossy chocolate glaze. Perfect for a dessert table or special occasion.

MediumFrenchServes 12

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Source Video
1h 26m
Prep
1h 5m
Cook
18m
Cleanup
2h 49m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$11.37
Per serving:$0.95

Critical Success Points

  • Tempering the egg‑sugar mixture with hot milk to avoid curdling.
  • Cooking the pastry cream until it fully thickens.
  • Drying the choux dough properly before adding eggs.
  • Baking the éclairs until fully set; under‑baking causes collapse.
  • Achieving the right glaze consistency for a smooth finish.

Safety Warnings

  • Hot milk and custard can cause severe burns; handle with care.
  • Oven reaches 180°C – use oven mitts.
  • Sharp knife or tip when creating holes in shells.

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