For more even cooking, bake one tray at a time. Mixture will keep well in the piping bag while your first tray bakes.
If you're struggling to remove the piping nozzle after piping each eclair strip, snip the mixture off with scissors. Dampen your finger with water and use it to gently round off the end of the eclair.
Mascarpone makes a more stable whipped cream that holds up really well in the eclairs. However, you can replace the mascarpone with extra cream if preferred.
Filling can be spooned into eclairs rather than piped.
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Reviews
78
What did you think of this recipe?
Chels wilsonx
The best eclair recipe hands down :) making them all the time with melted caramilk, yummmy thanks chelsea sugar x
5
Harriet Wells
Great recipe, simple to follow, works every time and most importantly DELICIOUS!!!!!!!
5
Unknown
delicious
5
1472949326
First time I have made these. Easy recipe, fantastic.
5
Jess
First time I've ever made eclairs and this recipe was great. Basic ingredients, quick and easy method. Now the family wants more. Thumbs up :-)
5
Katelyn
My eclairs never rise the last 4 times I have made them. some one please tell me what I did wrong.CHELSEA: Hi there, having the correct oven temperature is key to getting the eclairs to expand. Make sure the oven is preheated (you can use a thermometer to check your oven temperature is accurate) and the door not left open too long when you put the eclairs in. Also, ensure the butter and water come to a rolling boil and that you beat the mixture until it comes away from the side of the saucepan.
1
Darnelle
My mixture became too runny once I added the second egg so I ended up with Pita Pocket type crispy shells.
1
.
Love this recipe. Can you freeze the batter or bake and then freeze the eclairs plain? ThanksCHELSEA SUGAR: Hi there, yes you can freeze the plain, unfilled eclairs after baking. Make sure you store them in an airtight container or wrap them up well :)
5
Unknown
Is the batter meant to be thick or thin?CHELSEA SUGAR: Hi there, the batter should be quite thick but easy enough to pipe.
4
Kelsi
Made this recipe twice now and both times the shells didn't expand. Not sure what I'm doing wrong but it's very frustrating! :(CHELSEA: Hi there, having the correct oven temperature is key to getting the eclairs to expand. Make sure the oven is preheated (you can use a thermometer to check your oven temperature is accurate) and the door not left open too long when you put the eclairs in. Also it is important to follow the method exactly. Ensure the butter and water come to a rolling boil and that you beat the mixture until it comes away from the side of the saucepan. Good luck!
Preheat oven to 200°C bake. Line two large oven trays with baking paper.
Place butter and water in medium saucepan and bring to a rolling boil. Remove from heat and quickly add flour. Beat with a wooden spoon until mixture leaves the side of the saucepan and starts to form a ball. Allow to cool for 5 minutes.
Add eggs one at a time, beating with the wooden spoon after each addition, until mixture is glossy.
Transfer mixture to a large piping bag fitted with a star piping tip (1.5cm diameter). Pipe strips of mixture, about 7cm long by 2.5cm wide, onto prepared oven trays. Leave 3-4cm between each eclair, to allow them to expand.
Bake for 25 minutes, or until eclairs are puffed and golden, then lower heat to 120°C and bake for a further 15 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely.
Once cool, slice eclairs in half horizontally, ready for icing and filling.
Icing Combine Chelsea Icing Sugar and sifted cocoa powder with enough hot water to form a spreadable consistency. Spread on the tops of the eclairs. Leave for 30 minutes (or longer) before filling, to allow the icing to harden a little.
Filling Place cream, mascarpone, Chelsea Icing Sugar and vanilla in a large bowl. Use an electric beater to whip until thick. Transfer to a piping bag fitted with a large open star piping tip. Pipe a generous layer of cream on the bottom half of each eclair, then sandwich together with the top half.
Best served soon after assembling. Eclairs will keep in the fridge for a few days, but do soften over time.
Additional tips
For more even cooking, bake one tray at a time. Mixture will keep well in the piping bag while your first tray bakes.
If you're struggling to remove the piping nozzle after piping each eclair strip, snip the mixture off with scissors. Dampen your finger with water and use it to gently round off the end of the eclair.
Mascarpone makes a more stable whipped cream that holds up really well in the eclairs. However, you can replace the mascarpone with extra cream if preferred.
Filling can be spooned into eclairs rather than piped.
Reviews
78
What did you think of this recipe?
Chels wilsonx
The best eclair recipe hands down :) making them all the time with melted caramilk, yummmy thanks chelsea sugar x
5
Harriet Wells
Great recipe, simple to follow, works every time and most importantly DELICIOUS!!!!!!!
5
Unknown
delicious
5
1472949326
First time I have made these. Easy recipe, fantastic.
5
Jess
First time I've ever made eclairs and this recipe was great. Basic ingredients, quick and easy method. Now the family wants more. Thumbs up :-)
5
Katelyn
My eclairs never rise the last 4 times I have made them. some one please tell me what I did wrong.CHELSEA: Hi there, having the correct oven temperature is key to getting the eclairs to expand. Make sure the oven is preheated (you can use a thermometer to check your oven temperature is accurate) and the door not left open too long when you put the eclairs in. Also, ensure the butter and water come to a rolling boil and that you beat the mixture until it comes away from the side of the saucepan.
1
Darnelle
My mixture became too runny once I added the second egg so I ended up with Pita Pocket type crispy shells.
1
.
Love this recipe. Can you freeze the batter or bake and then freeze the eclairs plain? ThanksCHELSEA SUGAR: Hi there, yes you can freeze the plain, unfilled eclairs after baking. Make sure you store them in an airtight container or wrap them up well :)
5
Unknown
Is the batter meant to be thick or thin?CHELSEA SUGAR: Hi there, the batter should be quite thick but easy enough to pipe.
4
Kelsi
Made this recipe twice now and both times the shells didn't expand. Not sure what I'm doing wrong but it's very frustrating! :(CHELSEA: Hi there, having the correct oven temperature is key to getting the eclairs to expand. Make sure the oven is preheated (you can use a thermometer to check your oven temperature is accurate) and the door not left open too long when you put the eclairs in. Also it is important to follow the method exactly. Ensure the butter and water come to a rolling boil and that you beat the mixture until it comes away from the side of the saucepan. Good luck!