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HEARTS DELIGHT ECLAIR - MADE WITH PUFF PASTRY SHEETS



Hearts Delight Eclair - Made With Puff Pastry Sheets image

Originally found in Taste of Home magazine, listed as a "runner up" in one of their contests. Submited by Lorene Milligan of Chemainus, British Columbia. As a surprise for a good friend, it was a part of a carry in meal I prepared for her and her family for her birthday and has been requested over and over by everyone who has tried it since. Today I do not cut into a heart shape but instead leave it as a square (to get it to go as far as I can!) Ready made puff pastry sheets make this a breeze to prepare and the appearance is VERY elegant! A real show-stopper!

Provided by Lady Dancer

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

17 1/4 ounces frozen puff pastry, thawed
3 cups cold milk
1 (5 1/8 ounce) package vanilla instant pudding mix
2 cups whipping cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract, divided
1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 -3 tablespoons water (to spreading consistency)
1/4-1/2 teaspoon almond extract (to taste, we like 1/2)
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 teaspoon shortening

Steps:

  • On a lightly floured surface, roll each puff pastry sheet into a 12 inch square.
  • Place on ungreased cookie sheets.
  • (Original recipe calls for: "Using an 11 inch heart pattern, cut each pastry into a heart shape" - either way works well).
  • Bake at 400 degrees for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. (Do not underbake - it's a good idea to check your oven temperature. If underbaked, the pastry will fall.).
  • Remove to wire rack to cool.
  • Meanwhile, whisk milk and pudding mix until thickened, 1-2 minutes.
  • In a mixing bowl, beat cream and 1/2 t vanilla until stiff peaks form. Carefully fold into pudding until consistent color but do not over stir.
  • Split puff pastry sheets horizontally with a serrated knife.
  • Place one layer on a serving plate and top with 1/3 of the pudding mixture.
  • Repeat twice.
  • Top with remaining pastry.
  • In a small bowl combine confectioners sugar, water, almond extract and remaining vanilla and stir until smooth. (If necessary you can use a few drops more water if you find it difficult to spread but do not thin too much or you lose the white color which adds to its appearance).
  • Carefully spread over top of dessert.
  • Melt chocolate chips and shortening. Pipe in diagonal lines in one direction over frosting (if you don't have tips for piping, place in a plastic zip lock baggie,seal the bag and cut a small piece off the corner of the baggie to do the piping).
  • Refrigerate until set - (remove from fridge about 15-20 minutes before serving to soften the top for easy cutting)
  • This holds well overnight but we never seem to have any leftovers to keep any longer than that!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 523.3, Fat 35, SaturatedFat 15.8, Cholesterol 62.9, Sodium 321.9, Carbohydrate 48.1, Fiber 1, Sugar 25.2, Protein 6.1

THELMA'S CHOCOLATE ECLAIR



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I love eclairs, but making the actual pastry is difficult. So I came up with this recipe as a substitute. It still satisfies my cravings with the same wonderful flavors. -Thelma Beam, Esbon, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

14 to 15 whole graham crackers
3-1/2 cups 2% milk
2 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant vanilla pudding mix
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
TOPPING:
2 ounces semisweet chocolate
2 tablespoons butter
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
3 tablespoons 2% milk
1 teaspoon light corn syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Line a 13x9-in. dish with half of the graham crackers, breaking crackers to fit as needed., Whisk milk and pudding mixes 2 minutes; let stand until soft-set, about 2 minutes. Fold in whipped topping; spread evenly over crackers. Top with remaining crackers., In a microwave-safe bowl, microwave chocolate and butter until melted; stir until blended. Stir in remaining ingredients. Spread over top. Refrigerate, covered, 8 hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 229mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

HEART-SHAPED CHOCOLATE ÉCLAIRS



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These crisp, heart-shaped pastries filled with a luxurious, vanilla-flavored pastry cream and topped with a decadent ganache are perfect for Valentine's Day or any special celebration. Even first-time pastry makers will have success with this éclair recipe, and master three easy pastry techniques at the same time!

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Pastries

Time 4h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 vanilla bean
½ cup white sugar
5 tablespoons cornstarch
½ teaspoon kosher salt
1 large egg
2 large egg yolks
2 cups whole milk
4 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cubed
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed
½ cup water
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
½ cup heavy cream
¾ cup dark chocolate chips
½ cup fresh raspberries, or to taste
1 teaspoon cocoa powder, or to taste
1 teaspoon powdered sugar, or to taste

Steps:

  • Prepare the pastry cream: Cut vanilla bean in half crosswise, then cut a slit lengthwise down each half. Use the edge of the knife to scrape out all the seeds. Discard the pods or reserve for another use.
  • Combine sugar, cornstarch, salt, egg, egg yolks, milk, and vanilla seeds in a saucepan; whisk until well combined.
  • Place over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly and scraping the bottom surface of the pan, until thick, about 10 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat and whisk to release some steam. Add butter and keep stirring until melted. Pass through a fine sieve to remove any fibrous bits from the vanilla pod. Place plastic wrap directly on the surface of the pastry cream to cover and refrigerate until thoroughly chilled, at least 2 to 3 hours.
  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with a silicone liner (such as Silpat®).
  • Combine butter, water, and salt for the pate choux in a saucepan over medium-high heat; bring to a simmer. Add flour and stir with a wooden spoon until a buttery dough forms. Continue to cook and stir until a starchy film forms on the bottom of the pan. Turn off the heat and continue stirring for 1 more minute.
  • Transfer to a bowl. Add one egg and mix it in with a little dough. Once that's incorporated, mix it in with the remaining dough. Repeat with the second egg. Continue stirring until you have a very sticky dough. Use a spatula to clean off the whisk if necessary.
  • Transfer the dough into a pastry bag and snip off the tip making a ½-inch opening. Pipe two 6-inch heart shapes on the prepared baking sheet. Start by making thin shapes and then pipe extra dough to make them thicker. To fine-tune the hearts, dip your fingers in water and fix any imperfections if desired.
  • Bake in the center of the preheated oven until beautifully browned, about 30 minutes. Turn off the heat, leave the pastries in the oven, and prop the oven door open with a wooden spoon. Let sit until crispy and dried out, about 1 hour.
  • Use a serrated knife to slice the hearts in half horizontally.
  • Remove pastry cream from the refrigerator and transfer to a pastry bag. Generously pipe cream into the bottom half of each heart, then place the top halves on the cream.
  • Heat cream in a saucepan until simmering.
  • Place chocolate chips in a small bowl and pour hot cream over top. Let sit for 2 to 3 minutes, then whisk until chocolate has melted and ganache is thick and shiny. Let cool for about 5 minutes.
  • Spoon ganache on top of each heart. Reserve any remaining ganache for another use. Refrigerate éclairs until the ganache is firm, about 15 minutes.
  • Place éclairs on serving plates. Fill the center of each heart with raspberries and sift cocoa powder over top. Sift powdered sugar over just the raspberries and serve. (Each éclair is enough for two people.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 823 calories, Carbohydrate 80.1 g, Cholesterol 355.9 mg, Fat 52.7 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 12.7 g, SaturatedFat 32 g, Sodium 604 mg

CHOCOLATE ECLAIR DESSERT



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"My father, who's diabetic, loves chocolate and baked goods," explains Owen Jack Hiatt of Colorado Springs, Colorado. "Our whole family can enjoy this beautiful mouthwatering dessert."-Owen Jack Hiatt, Colorado Springs, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup water
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1 cup all-purpose flour
4 eggs
1 package (1.5 ounces) instant sugar-free vanilla pudding mix
2-3/4 cups fat-free milk
1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup light chocolate syrup

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring water and butter to a boil, stirring constantly until butter is melted. Reduce heat to low; add the flour. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until mixture leaves sides of pan and forms a smooth ball. Remove from the heat. , Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition until the batter becomes smooth. Spread into a greased and floured 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 400° for 30 minutes or until puffed and golden. Immediately remove from pan and cut in half horizontally. Cool completely. , For filling, beat the pudding mix, milk and cream cheese in a bowl until smooth. Just before serving, place bottom eclair layer on a serving platter; cover with filling. Replace top layer and drizzle with chocolate syrup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175 calories, Fat 10g fat, Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 312mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate, Fiber 6g protein.

CHOCOLATE ECLAIRS



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With creamy filling and fudgy frosting, this chocolate eclair recipe is extra special. -Jessica Campbell, Viola, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h20m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup water
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup all-purpose flour
4 large eggs, room temperature
FILLING:
2-1/2 cups cold whole milk
1 package (5.1 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
FROSTING:
2 ounces semisweet chocolate
2 tablespoons butter
1-1/4 cups confectioners' sugar
2 to 3 tablespoons hot water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. In a large saucepan, bring water, butter and salt to a boil. Add flour all at once and stir until a smooth ball forms. Remove from heat; let stand 5 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Continue beating until mixture is smooth and shiny. , Using a tablespoon or a pastry tube with a #10 or large round tip, form dough into nine 4x1-1/2-in. strips on a greased baking sheet. Bake 35-40 minutes or until puffed and golden. Remove to a wire rack. Immediately split eclairs open; remove tops and set aside. Discard soft dough from inside. Cool eclairs. , In a large bowl, beat milk and pudding mix according to package directions. In another bowl, whip cream until soft peaks form. Beat in sugar and vanilla; fold into pudding. Fill eclairs (chill any remaining filling for another use). , For frosting, in a microwave, melt chocolate and butter; stir until smooth. Stir in sugar and enough hot water to achieve a smooth consistency. Cool slightly. Frost eclairs. Store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 483 calories, Fat 28g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 174mg cholesterol, Sodium 492mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

ECLAIR TORTE



Eclair Torte image

The pastry part of this torte bakes into one big crust, which eliminate filling individual eclairs. The homemade pudding is replaced with a rich vanilla layer that's a snap to blend together using convenient instant pudding and cream cheese.-Kathy Shepard, Shepherd, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup water
1/2 cup butter
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup all-purpose flour
4 large eggs
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
3 cups cold milk
2 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant vanilla pudding mix
1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
2 to 3 tablespoons chocolate syrup

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan over medium heat, bring water, butter and salt to a boil. Add flour all at once; stir until a smooth ball forms. Remove from heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Add 1 egg at a time, beating well after each addition. Continue beating until mixture is smooth and shiny. , Spread into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 400° until puffed and golden brown, 30-35 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack. If desired, remove puff from pan and place on a serving platter. , In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until light. Add milk and pudding mix; beat until smooth. Spread over puff; refrigerate for 20 minutes. Spread with whipped topping; refrigerate. Drizzle with chocolate syrup just before serving. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350 calories, Fat 23g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 120mg cholesterol, Sodium 348mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 7g protein.

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