STRAWBERRY-TOPPED ECLAIR HEART

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This original creation looks like it came straight from a gourmet bakery. It's impressive to serve and flavorful as well.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 cup milk
1 egg yolk, lightly beaten
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
5 tablespoons butter, divided
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs
1 cup whipped topping
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
3 tablespoons semisweet chocolate chips, melted

Steps:

  • For filling, combine sugar and cornstarch in a saucepan. Stir in milk until smooth. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Stir hot filling into egg yolk; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. , Remove from the heat. Gently stir in vanilla and 1 tablespoon butter. Transfer to a bowl. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until chilled., Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, bring water and remaining butter 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, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Continue beating until mixture is smooth and shiny. , Trace an 8-in. heart on parchment paper; place on a baking sheet. Spread batter evenly over heart. Bake at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to a wire rack to cool completely. , Fold whipped topping into chilled filling; spread over pastry. Arrange strawberries over filling. Refrigerate until serving. Just before serving, drizzle melted chocolate over berries.,

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