This lovely and luscious treat is rumored to have been the favorite dessert of European royalty long ago. I know that it's won the hearts of everyone I've ever made it for. Enjoy! -Lorene Milligan, Chemainus, British Columbia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 45m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°. Cut an 11-in. heart-shaped pattern out of parchment or waxed paper., On a lightly floured surface, roll each pastry sheet into a 12-in. square. Using pattern and a sharp knife, cut a heart from each sheet; place on greased baking sheets. Bake until golden brown, 12-15 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool completely., In a large bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Let stand until soft-set, about 5 minutes. In another bowl, beat cream and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla until stiff peaks form; lightly fold into pudding. , Split each pastry heart into 2 layers; reserve 1 of the top layers. Place 1 of the remaining layers on a serving plate; spread with a third of the pudding mixture. Repeat twice; top with reserved layer., Mix confectioners' sugar, water, almond extract and remaining vanilla until smooth; spread over top pastry., In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Pipe or drizzle over top as desired. Refrigerate until set.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 488 calories, Fat 29g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 252mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
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Lisa Manuella
[email protected]I would definitely make these éclairs again. They were a hit with my family and friends.
Matovu Kizza
[email protected]These éclairs were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still very good.
Micky Stam
[email protected]These éclairs were easy to make and they turned out great. I love the chocolate ganache glaze.
Hayden Bahe
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of éclairs, but these were really good. The filling was light and fluffy, and the pastry was crispy and flaky.
Waheed ali Siyal
[email protected]These éclairs were a bit more challenging to make than I expected, but they were worth the effort. They were absolutely delicious!
Chloe Goliath
[email protected]I've made éclairs before, but this recipe is by far the best. The éclairs were perfect in every way. I will definitely be making them again.
Sue Fox
[email protected]These éclairs were so good! The filling was rich and decadent, and the pastry was light and flaky. I highly recommend this recipe.
MeNaNaak Alak
[email protected]I made these éclairs for a party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them! The recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing.
Chinyere Nwachukwu
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the éclairs turned out perfectly. They were light and airy, with a delicate flavor. The filling was creamy and smooth, and the glaze was shiny and delicious.
Santosh Baidhya
[email protected]This éclair recipe was a total hit! The filling was creamy and flavorful, and the chocolate ganache was the perfect finishing touch. I'll definitely be making this again.