Praline Éclair Cake

A delightful French pastry cake that combines layers of light choux pastry with a rich praline cream filling, topped with a glossy chocolate glaze. This cake offers a perfect balance of textures and flavors, making it a sophisticated dessert for any occasion.

A beautifully presented Praline Éclair Cake, showcasing layers of choux pastry, rich praline cream, and a glossy chocolate glaze, set on an elegant cake stand with a soft-focus background.
Cultural & Regional Cakes French Pastry Cakes French pastry Éclair praline chocolate dessert
Prep Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 45 mins Servings: 12

Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour
  • 4 large Eggs
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup praline paste
  • 4 oz dark chocolate
  • 2 tablespoons light corn syrup

Instructions

  1. Step 1:

    In a saucepan, bring water and butter to a boil. Remove from heat and stir in flour until a dough forms.

  2. Step 2:

    Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until the dough is smooth and glossy.

  3. Step 3:

    Pipe the choux pastry onto a baking sheet in long strips. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 25-30 minutes until golden.

  4. Step 4:

    Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Fold in praline paste gently.

  5. Step 5:

    Slice the baked choux pastry in half and fill with praline cream. Stack layers to form the cake.

  6. Step 6:

    Melt dark chocolate with corn syrup over low heat until smooth. Pour over the assembled cake.

  7. Step 7:

    Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours before serving to set the glaze.
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