BANANA CREAM ECLAIRS
To surprise my banana-loving family, I made this dessert for a reunion, where it stood out among the usual fare. These special treats are something to look at and mouthwateringly delicious. -Ruby Williams, Bogalusa, Louisiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h5m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring the water, butter, sugar and salt to a boil. Add flour all at once and stir until a smooth ball forms. Remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Continue beating until dough is smooth and shiny. , Insert a 3/4-in. round tip into a pastry bag; add dough. Pipe 3-in. strips about 3 in. apart on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 400° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks. Immediately split puffs open; remove tops and set aside. Discard soft dough from inside. Cool puffs. , In a large bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add sugar and vanilla; beat until stiff peaks form. In another bowl, mash bananas; gently fold in whipped cream. Spoon into eclairs; replace tops. , In a small bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar, cocoa, butter and vanilla. Add enough water to make a thin glaze. Spread over eclairs. Sprinkle with pecans. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 323 calories, Fat 25g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 123mg cholesterol, Sodium 176mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
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Gideon Ishiekwene
[email protected]I'm not sure about this recipe. I've never made éclairs before.
Valentino Tinto
[email protected]I love éclairs! I can't wait to try this banana cream recipe.
BiploB Akash
[email protected]These éclairs look amazing! I'm going to have to try this recipe.
Teresa Nina
[email protected]I'm definitely going to make these éclairs for my next party.
Sammie Nelson
[email protected]These éclairs are so pretty! I can't wait to try them.
Nicola Gilbert
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of éclairs, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The éclairs were delicious and the banana cream filling was perfect.
Rafi Official
[email protected]These éclairs were just okay. The banana cream filling was a bit bland and the éclair shells were a bit too dry.
Priscillia Gbeanquoi
[email protected]I was really excited to try this recipe, but I was disappointed. The éclair shells were tough and the banana cream filling was too sweet.
Mohammad Arham
[email protected]These éclairs were amazing! The banana cream filling was so smooth and creamy, and the éclair shells were crispy and flaky. I will definitely be making these again.
Thiago Silva
[email protected]The recipe was easy to follow and the éclairs turned out beautifully. The banana cream filling was delicious and the éclair shells were light and airy.
matthew jacob
[email protected]I've made these éclairs several times now, and they always turn out great. They're a bit time-consuming to make, but they're worth it.
Brea C. Bagley
[email protected]These éclairs were a hit at my party! The banana cream filling was light and fluffy, and the éclair shells were perfectly crispy. I will definitely be making these again.