Milk Chocolate Eclairs

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a medium saucepan, combine the milk, sugar, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves.

3. 3

   In a small bowl, whisk together the flour and egg. Temper the egg mixture into the milk mixture, whisking constantly.

4. 4

   Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the pastry thickens.

5. 5

   Strain the mixture into a clean bowl and let cool slightly.

6. 6

   Transfer the mixture to a piping bag fitted with a large round tip.

7. 7

   Pipe the mixture into long, thin strips, about 2 cm wide.

8. 8

   Tap the baking sheet gently to remove any air bubbles.

9. 9

   Bake the eclairs for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.

10. 10

    Allow the eclairs to cool completely on a wire rack.

11. 11

    Melt the chocolate in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval.

12. 12

    Dip the cooled eclairs in the melted chocolate, then tap off any excess.

13. 13

    Sprinkle the confectioner's sugar and flaky sea salt over the chocolate eclairs.