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Milk Tart Éclairs

Milk Tart Éclairs

Milk Tart Éclairs offer a unique blend of two beloved desserts, fusing the creamy richness of South African milk tart with the airy elegance of French éclairs. These delightful pastries are perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a festive celebration or an afternoon tea. With a smooth vanilla and cinnamon filling encased in delicate pastry, they are not only a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes. Easy to make and customizable to suit your flavor preferences, Milk Tart Éclairs are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: Makes approximately 12 éclairs 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 cups milk
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a saucepan, combine water and butter over medium heat until melted. Stir in flour until a dough forms.
  2. Remove from heat, cool slightly, and mix in eggs one at a time until fully combined.
  3. Pipe long strips of dough onto parchment-lined baking tray and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  4. For the filling, heat milk without boiling. Mix cornstarch, sugar, and some milk to form a slurry; whisk into heated milk until thickened. Stir in vanilla and cinnamon, then cool.
  5. Slice each éclair open and fill with the cooled milk tart filling. Garnish with chopped parsley.
  • Author: Natalia
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: South African

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 éclair (60g)
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: Use cold ingredients for flaky pastry. Don’t overfill éclairs; just enough to keep them neat. Chill filled éclairs before serving for optimal flavor.