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Mocha Éclairs

Mocha Éclairs Recipe
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Indulge in the exquisite flavors of this Mocha Éclairs Recipe, a delightful twist on the classic French pastry. These airy choux pastries are beautifully filled with a rich mocha cream made from espresso and chocolate, then topped with a glossy mocha glaze. Perfect for any occasion, from intimate gatherings to festive celebrations, these éclairs are sure to impress anyone who loves coffee and dessert. With straightforward steps and a bit of patience, even novice bakers can create these elegant treats that will leave your guests asking for seconds. Elevate your dessert game and bring café-style indulgence right to your kitchen!

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 3 egg yolks
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp instant espresso powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp instant espresso powder
  • 1–2 tbsp milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine water, milk, butter, sugar, and salt. Bring to a boil.
  3. Stir in flour all at once; mix until dough forms and pulls away from the sides.
  4. Remove from heat; cool for 5 minutes before incorporating eggs one at a time until smooth.
  5. Pipe strips onto the baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes at 400°F (200°C), then reduce to 350°F (175°C) for another 10-15 minutes.
  6. For the cream: Heat milk until steaming; whisk egg yolks with sugar and cornstarch in another bowl. Gradually add hot milk while whisking.
  7. Return mixture to heat until thickened; stir in chocolate and butter until smooth. Chill before filling éclairs.
  8. For the glaze: Mix powdered sugar with cocoa powder and espresso powder; add milk to achieve desired consistency.
  9. Fill cooled éclairs with mocha cream and dip tops into glaze.

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Find it online: https://simplecookguide.com/mocha-eclairs-recipe/

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