strawberry chocolate eclair fantasy
I whip out this dessert to impress company. However, it does require some setting time, so it can't be for surprise company. It is a wonderful dessert though and very delicious.
Blue Ribbon Recipe
This dessert is made to impress and has a beautiful presentation. Takes a little extra time, but the end result is well worth it. The bottom layer is similar to an eclair and provides a base for the pie. A layer of melted chocolate protects the pastry from becoming soggy, Then, there is a decadent layer of sweetened cream cheese that's topped with whipped cream and glazed strawberries. As if that wasn't enough, the dessert is drizzled with chocolate. Impressive and delicious!
prep time
4 Hr 30 Min
cook time
15 Min
method
Bake
yield
8 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup water
- 6 tablespoons butter or margarine
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate morsels, divided (9 oz.)
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided
- 1 package Neufchâtel (light cream cheese), softened (8 oz.)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 15 large strawberries, hulled and tops trimmed level
- 1/3 cup seedless raspberry jam
- 1 3/4 cups frozen whipped topping, thawed
- - powdered sugar
How To Make strawberry chocolate eclair fantasy
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Step 1Preheat oven to 450° F. Grease 9-inch pie plate. -
Step 2For the eclair shell, heat water and butter to a boil in a small saucepan. Stir in flour and salt. Reduce heat to low; stir vigorously for 1 minute or until mixture forms a ball. Remove from heat. Cool for 2 to 3 minutes.
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Step 3Add eggs, one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition, until smooth. Spread evenly over bottom of prepared pie plate.
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Step 4Bake for 15 minutes or until sides puff up. Reduce heat to 350° F.; bake for an additional 10 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely in pan on wire rack. Press center down when cool.
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Step 5FOR FILLING: Place 1¼ cups morsels and milk in a medium uncovered microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on HIGH (100%) power for 1 minute; stir. Morsels may retain some of their shape. If necessary, microwave at additional 10- to 15-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Do not overheat. Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Spread mixture evenly over bottom of éclair shell. Refrigerate until chocolate is firm.
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Step 6Beat cream cheese, sugar, and remaining vanilla extract in a small mixer bowl until smooth. Spread evenly over the chocolate layer. Arrange strawberries on cheese layer with pointed sides up.
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Step 7Microwave jam in a small uncovered microwave-safe bowl on HIGH (100%) power for 30 seconds; stir. Brush jam over strawberries and drizzle between strawberries. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
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Step 8Pipe or dollop whipped topping between strawberries and éclair shell edge.
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Step 9Place remaining morsels in a heavy-duty plastic bag. Microwave on HIGH (100%) power for 30 seconds; knead. Microwave at additional 10- to 15-second intervals, kneading until smooth. Cut a small hole in corner of the bag.
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Step 10Squeeze to drizzle over strawberries. Dust with powdered sugar. Serve immediately.
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Nutrition Facts
(per serving*)
calories: 545kcal, carbohydrates: 62g, cholesterol: 88mg, fat: 29g, fiber: 4g, protein: 9g, saturated fat: 14g, sodium: 288mg, sugar: 42g, unsaturated fat: 15g
*Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Nutrition information is estimated.
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Culture:
French
Category:
Fruit Desserts
Category:
Chocolate
Diet:
Vegetarian
Keyword:
#strawberry
Keyword:
#eclair
Keyword:
#chocolate
Collection:
Mother's Day
Collection:
Chocolate...
Ingredient:
Fruit
Method:
Bake
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