Hearts Delight Eclair Made with Puff Pastry Sheets

Indulge in the decadence of a homemade **Hearts Delight Éclair Made with Puff Pastry Sheets**, a show-stopping dessert that combines golden, flaky puff pastry with creamy vanilla custard and a luscious chocolate glaze. This elegant twist on a classic éclair skips traditional choux pastry, opting instead for buttery, store-bought puff pastry sheets that bake to perfection in just 20 minutes. The silky custard, made from scratch with egg yolks and real vanilla, is the ultimate filling, while the rich chocolate topping adds a glossy finishing touch. Perfect for parties, special occasions, or simply treating yourself, this recipe is surprisingly simple yet irresistibly impressive. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a beginner, these easy-to-assemble éclairs are guaranteed to delight!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 sheets Frozen puff pastry sheets
• 2 cups Whole milk
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 4 Egg yolks
• 3 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 cup Heavy cream
• 0.5 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

Thaw the puff pastry sheets according to package instructions and gently roll each sheet on a floured surface to eliminate creases.

Step 3

Cut each puff pastry sheet into 4 equal rectangles, creating 8 pieces in total.

Step 4

Place the pastry rectangles onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them evenly, and pierce the surface of each piece lightly with a fork to prevent excessive puffing.

Step 5

Bake the puff pastry rectangles in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and flaky. Remove and let cool completely.

Step 6

To prepare the custard, heat the milk in a medium saucepan over medium heat until just simmering, then remove from heat.

Step 7

In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, egg yolks, and cornstarch until smooth and pale.

Step 8

Slowly pour the warm milk into the egg mixture while whisking constantly, then transfer the mixture back into the saucepan.

Step 9

Cook the custard over medium heat, whisking constantly, until it thickens, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract.

Step 10

Transfer the custard to a bowl, cover the surface with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming, and refrigerate until completely cool.

Step 11

For the chocolate glaze, heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over low heat until steaming but not boiling.

Step 12

Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips in a bowl, let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until glossy and smooth. Let cool slightly.

Step 13

To assemble the eclairs, slice each puff pastry rectangle horizontally, creating a top and bottom layer for each.

Step 14

Spread or pipe the chilled custard onto the bottom layer of each pastry, then place the top layer on top.

Step 15

Drizzle the chocolate glaze generously over each assembled eclair and let it set for a few minutes.

Step 16

Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(957.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2353.7

Total Fat 135.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 64.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 918.6mg	0%
Sodium 684.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 259.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.2g	0%
Total Sugars 170.9g
Protein 39.6g	0%

Vitamin D 287.9IU	0%
Calcium 709.9mg	0%
Iron 6.6mg	0%
Potassium 919.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.5%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 43.0%