Introduction
Welcome to the sweet and sensational world of classic chocolate eclairs! These elegant pastries are the epitome of French patisserie, with their light and airy choux pastry shells filled with creamy custard and topped with a glossy layer of rich chocolate ganache. In this blog post, we’ll take you step-by-step through the process of creating these delectable treats in your own kitchen, so you can impress your friends and family with your baking prowess.
video instructions available below
Ingredients
For the Choux Pastry:
– 1/2 cup water
– 1/2 cup milk
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter
– 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 4 large eggs
For the Custard Filling:
– 2 cups whole milk
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 4 large egg yolks
– 1/4 cup cornstarch
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Chocolate Ganache:
– 1/2 cup heavy cream
– 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, finely chopped
