Creamy Sheridan’s Chocolate Éclairs Recipe
- Cem
- Aug 17
- 2 min read
Updated: Sep 12
Prep Time: 40 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Serves: 8-10 éclairs
Chocolate éclairs are one of the most beloved French pastries — light choux pastry filled with sweet cream and topped with a glossy chocolate glaze. They’re elegant, indulgent, and surprisingly achievable at home. By adding Sheridan’s Coffee Layered Liqueur to the cream filling, these éclairs get a sophisticated twist: the rich coffee and smooth cream notes balance the sweetness beautifully, creating a dessert that’s decadent without being heavy.
Perfect for afternoon tea, holiday celebrations, or impressing dinner guests, Sheridan’s Chocolate Éclairs are a luxurious update to a timeless classic.
🥂 An indulgent treat for your Thanksgiving dessert spread and a luxurious bite for Christmas
Ingredients
For the choux pastry:
100g plain flour
75g unsalted butter
200ml water
3 medium eggs
For the filling:
300ml double cream
50g icing sugar
75ml Sheridan’s Coffee Layered Liqueur
For the glaze:
100g dark chocolate
50ml double cream
Method
Preheat oven to 200°C (180°C fan) / 400°F.
In a saucepan, heat the butter and water until boiling. Remove from heat and stir in the flour quickly until a dough forms.
Beat in the eggs one at a time until smooth and glossy.
Pipe onto a lined baking tray in éclair shapes.
Bake for 20–25 minutes until puffed and golden. Cool completely.
Whip the cream with icing sugar until soft peaks form, then fold in Sheridan’s.
Slice éclairs lengthways and pipe in the Sheridan’s cream filling.
For the glaze, heat the cream and pour over the chocolate. Stir until smooth and glossy.
Dip the tops of the éclairs into the glaze, then allow to set before serving.
Why Sheridan’s Makes It Special
Sheridan’s Coffee Layered Liqueur balances cream and coffee flavours perfectly, so your éclairs get a subtle sophistication without overpowering the pastry.
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FAQs – Sheridan’s Chocolate Éclairs
Can I make the pastry ahead of time?
Yes — bake and store the shells in an airtight container, then fill and glaze before serving.
Do I have to use dark chocolate?
Dark chocolate balances the sweetness of the cream, but milk chocolate works if you prefer a sweeter glaze.
Can I freeze éclairs?
Yes — freeze unfilled shells, then defrost and fill when needed.
How strong is the Sheridan’s flavour?
It’s subtle and balanced — just enough to add sophistication without overpowering the pastry.
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