Best 2 Chocolate Mint Eclair Recipes

Indulge in the exquisite culinary experience of crafting and enjoying the beloved classic dessert, the chocolate mint eclair. This delectable pastry, characterized by its delicate choux pastry shell and luscious fillings, is a masterpiece of French pâtisserie. As you embark on this culinary journey, let us guide you through the process of creating the perfect chocolate mint eclair, ensuring that each bite is a symphony of flavors and textures. Brace yourself to tantalize your taste buds with this symphony of chocolate and mint.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CHOCOLATE MINT ECLAIR DESSERT

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My college roommate gave me this recipe, which I lightened up a little. You can try other pudding flavors, but I think the combination of mint and chocolate is perfect for the holidays. -Renee Ratcliffe of Charlotte, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

23 whole chocolate graham crackers
3 cups cold fat-free milk
2 packages (3.3 to 3.4 ounces each) instant white chocolate or vanilla pudding mix
1/2 teaspoon mint or peppermint extract
3 to 4 drops green food coloring, optional
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen reduced-fat whipped topping, thawed
CHOCOLATE FROSTING:
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons baking cocoa
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon fat-free milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup confectioners' sugar

Steps:

Coat a 13-in. x 9-in. dish with cooking spray. Break five whole graham crackers in half; line the bottom of pan with three half crackers and six whole crackers., In a large bowl, whisk milk, pudding mix, extract and food coloring if desired for 2 minutes (mixture will be thick). Fold in whipped topping. , Spread half over graham crackers. Top with a another layer of three half and six whole crackers. Top with remaining pudding mixture and graham crackers (save remaining half cracker for another use). Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours., For frosting, melt butter in a saucepan. Stir in cocoa and milk until blended. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla and confectioners' sugar until smooth. Spread over dessert. Cover and refrigerate overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 296mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CHOCOLATE MINT ECLAIR

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Picked up a St. Paddy's Day cookbook at the grocery and this was in it. A twist on the many mock eclair recipes this one with mint flavors and flavored graham crackers. Very pretty and really yummy! Cooking time is chilling time.

Provided by LAURIE

Categories Dessert

Time 2h20m

Yield 12-14 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

23 whole chocolate graham crackers
3 cups cold 2% low-fat milk (or skim)
2 (4 ounce) packages white chocolate pudding mix (2 pkg 4 oz size each) or 2 (4 ounce) packages vanilla instant pudding mix (2 pkg 4 oz size each)
1/2 teaspoon mint or 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
3 -4 drops green food coloring
1 (8 ounce) container Cool Whip, thawed
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon milk
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

Grease 13x9 inch baking pan.
Line bottom of pan with 3 cracker halves and 6 whole crackers and set aside.
Whisk milk & pudding mixes 2 minutes in large bowl until thickened.
Whisk in extract and food coloring.
Fold in cool whip.
Spread 1/2 of mixture over graham crackers in pan.
Repeat with same amount of crackers as before.
Spread remaining pudding over crackers.
Repeat with cracker layer to finish.
Cover and refrigerate 2 hours.
Prepare frosting by melting butter in small saucepan.
Stir in cocoa and both milks until blended.
Remove from heat and stir in powdered sugar and vanilla.
Spread frosting on top of top layer of graham crackers.
Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Tips:

Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor.
Make sure the pastry dough is cold before baking, as this will help it to rise properly.
If you don't have a piping bag, you can use a ziplock bag with the corner snipped off to fill the éclairs.
To make the glaze, use a chocolate that is at least 70% cocoa solids for a rich flavor.
If you want a thinner glaze, you can add a little bit of milk or cream.
For a fun variation, try filling the éclairs with a different flavor of pastry cream, such as vanilla or coffee.

Conclusion:

Chocolate mint éclairs are a delicious and elegant dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With their light and airy pastry dough, creamy mint filling, and rich chocolate glaze, these éclairs are sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a special treat, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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