Description
Indulge in the rich, decadent flavors of Mocha Éclairs that perfectly blend chocolate and coffee into a delightful pastry experience. These airy éclairs are filled with a luscious mocha cream and topped with a glossy chocolate glaze, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or treating yourself to a sweet escape, these éclairs will leave you dreaming of their heavenly taste long after they’re gone.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 2 tsp instant coffee granules
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for filling)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In a saucepan, combine water, butter, and sugar over medium heat until melted. Stir in flour until combined; cook until dough pulls away from the sides.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Add eggs one at a time, mixing vigorously until smooth and shiny.
- Pipe 4-inch lines onto parchment-lined baking sheets and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- While éclairs cool, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Fold in coffee granules for mocha filling.
- Melt chocolate chips over simmering water or in microwave. Dip cooled éclairs in chocolate glaze and place on wire racks.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 éclair (50g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg