Eclairs are a classic French pastry that is loved by people all over the world. With their light and airy dough filled with delicious creamy fillings, they are the perfect treat for any occasion.

In this recipe, we will show you how to make mouthwatering Strawberry and White Chocolate Eclairs that will surely impress your friends and family. Let’s get started!.

Ingredients

For the choux pastry:.

1 cup water
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup all-purpose flour
4 large eggs

For the filling:.

1 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup fresh strawberries, diced

For the white chocolate icing:.

1/2 cup white chocolate chips
2 tablespoons heavy cream

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the choux pastry.

In a saucepan, bring water, butter, and salt to a boil over medium heat. Once the butter has melted, add the flour all at once and stir vigorously until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan.

Remove from heat and let it cool for a few minutes.

Step 2: Incorporate the eggs.

Add the eggs one at a time to the dough, beating well after each addition. The dough should be smooth and shiny. Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a large round tip.

Step 3: Pipe the dough.

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Pipe éclair shapes onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each one. You can make them as long or as short as you like.

Step 4: Bake the eclairs.

Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes. Then reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (180°C) and bake for an additional 20 minutes or until the eclairs are golden brown and crisp.

Remove from the oven and let them cool completely on a wire rack.

Step 5: Prepare the filling.

In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in the diced strawberries to create a strawberry-flavored cream filling.

Step 6: Fill the eclairs.

Using a sharp knife or a piping bag fitted with a small round tip, make a small hole in the bottom of each cooled éclair. Fill a piping bag fitted with a medium-sized round tip with the strawberry cream filling.

Pipe the filling into the éclairs until they are full and slightly bulging.

Step 7: Make the white chocolate icing.

In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the white chocolate chips and heavy cream. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval until the chocolate is melted and smooth.

Step 8: Ice the eclairs.

Dip the top of each filled éclair into the melted white chocolate icing and gently shake off any excess. Place the eclairs on a wire rack, chocolate-side up, and let them set for a few minutes until the icing is firm.

Step 9: Serve and enjoy.

Your Strawberry and White Chocolate Eclairs are now ready to be served! Arrange them on a platter and garnish with additional diced strawberries if desired.

These delightful pastries are perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a special celebration or a sweet treat for yourself.