Chocolate Éclairs

Light choux pastry filled with cream and topped with chocolate – a French classic with universal appeal.

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cooking Time: 30 mins
  • Serves: 12

Ingredients:

  • 75g butter
  • 200ml water
  • 100g plain flour
  • 2 eggs
  • 250ml whipped cream
  • 100g dark chocolate

Method:

  • Preheat oven to 200°C. Line a baking tray.
  • Melt butter in water, bring to boil, add flour and stir vigorously.
  • Cool slightly, beat in eggs one at a time.
  • Pipe onto tray and bake for 25–30 mins.
  • Cool, fill with cream, top with melted chocolate.

Chef’s Tip

Ensure éclairs are fully dry inside – pierce and return to oven for a few minutes if needed.

*A showstopper dessert that’s easier than it looks.*

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BARBARA L, TripAdvisor

Claremorris, Ireland

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Fun, informative & delicious experience

Spent 5 hours at this school on a rainy Irish day. I heard a very interesting history of Irish food then was treated to several hours of hands on training learning to make Dingle Pies, Brown Bread, Apple pie. I know quite a bit about food preparation but still learned different things and thoroughly enjoyed the class. We consumed all the delicioius food we made as a group (9 of us). Recipes of everything made were handed out at the end of class.

EILEEN D, TripAdvisor

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A perfect package

We went for a day of traditional Irish cooking. The only way it could have been better is if we’d been there for a Catch of the Day school to be able to take advantage of whatever came into Dingle Harbor. The site is perfect, comfortable, roomy, well-equipped. The lessons were thorough and delicious, and included a lovely, concise history of Irish cuisine. I hope to get back for that Catch of the Day version.

ARLETTE, TripAdvisor

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Excellent class all around

There were 23 of us attending a multi course cooking adventure focusing on Irish traditional fare: a fish starter, followed by a flavorful beef stew and apple cake. Our group members learned great cooking tips from Mark Murphy: a very knowledgeable and passionate chef. What a great way to spend a rainy afternoon in Dingle! We will be back next year. Thank you Mark, MuireAnn and Caroline for your guidance, expertise and kindness.