HEART'S DELIGHT ECLAIR

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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

1 package (17.3 ounces) frozen puff pastry, thawed
3 cups cold 2% milk
1 package (5.1 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract, divided
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon water
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 teaspoon shortening

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.

Lisa Manuella
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I would definitely make these éclairs again. They were a hit with my family and friends.


Matovu Kizza
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These éclairs were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still very good.


Micky Stam
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These éclairs were easy to make and they turned out great. I love the chocolate ganache glaze.


Hayden Bahe
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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
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These éclairs were a bit more challenging to make than I expected, but they were worth the effort. They were absolutely delicious!


Chloe Goliath
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.