Maple-Pecan Cream Eclairs

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This Maple-Pecan Cream Eclair recipe is a delicious and easy to make dessert. It’s perfect for any occasion and is sure to be a hit with everyone. The eclair is made with a light and airy choux pastry base filled with a creamy maple-pecan cream and topped with a drizzle of maple syrup. It’s an indulgent treat that is sure to please.

Ingredients:

-3/4 cup all-purpose flour
-3/4 cup whole milk
-1/2 cup unsalted butter
-4 large eggs
-1/2 cup maple syrup
-1/2 cup chopped pecans
-1 teaspoon vanilla extract
-1/2 cup heavy cream
-Powdered sugar, for dusting

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, add the milk and bring to a boil.

3. Add the flour and stir with a wooden spoon until the mixture forms a ball and leaves the sides of the pan.

4. Remove the pan from the heat and let cool for 5 minutes.

5. Add the eggs one at a time, stirring vigorously after each addition.

6. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a piping bag, pipe the dough onto the baking sheet in small circles about 2 inches (5 cm) in diameter.

7. Bake for 20 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool completely.

8. In a medium bowl, mix together the maple syrup, pecans, vanilla extract, and heavy cream until smooth. Fill the cooled eclairs with the maple-pecan cream.

9. Drizzle the remaining maple syrup over the eclairs and sprinkle with powdered sugar. Enjoy!