Homemade Chocolate Éclairs: Choux Pastry, Vanilla Cream and Glossy Icing

Fall in love with these homemade chocolate éclairs, inspired by the great classics of French pastry. With their light, golden choux pastry, ultra-smooth vanilla custard and generous chocolate frosting, they’re as beautiful as they are indulgent.

This recipe makes about 12 éclairs at home, with accessible steps and a few tips for getting puffy éclairs that are dry enough on the inside and easy to garnish.

The result: light choux pastry + melting vanilla cream + intense chocolate + elegant finish.

Why you’ll love these éclairs?

• A delicious dark chocolate frosting
• A light and golden choux pastry
• A vanilla-flavoured pastry cream
• A generous and melting texture
• A classic recipe that can be made at home
• About 12 éclairs with a single preparation
• Perfect for a snack, dessert or special occasion

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