These caramel coffee éclairs take classic French pastry and give it a much-needed caffeine boost. Golden choux pastry, silky espresso-infused cream, and rich caramel glaze create the ultimate dessert. Each bite delivers a crispy shell, velvety filling, and just the right amount of sweetness. They’re fancy enough to impress but dangerously addictive once you taste them. You might start with one, but good luck stopping there. Make these when you’re feeling extra, slightly pretentious, or just craving sugar and caffeine at the same time.
Caramel Coffee Eclairs
Flaky choux pastry filled with espresso cream and topped with caramel glaze—because your coffee should come in dessert form.
Ingredients
For the Choux Pastry:
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup whole milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp sugar
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 large eggs
For the Coffee Cream Filling:
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp instant espresso powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Caramel Glaze:
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp water
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
Make the Choux Pastry:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Heat water, milk, butter, sugar, and salt in a saucepan until it boils.
- Remove from heat and stir in flour until it forms a dough.
- Return to heat and stir for 2 minutes to remove excess moisture.
- Transfer to a bowl and let cool for 5 minutes before adding eggs.
- Mix in eggs one at a time until the dough is smooth and glossy.
- Pipe 4-inch strips onto the baking sheet and bake for 30–35 minutes.
- Cool completely before filling.
Make the Coffee Cream Filling:
- Whip cream, powdered sugar, espresso powder, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
- Transfer to a piping bag and fill each éclair.
Make the Caramel Glaze:
- Heat sugar and water in a saucepan until amber-colored.
- Whisk in cream, butter, and salt until smooth.
- Let cool slightly and dip the tops of éclairs.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~280
- Total Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Calcium: 3%
- Iron: 2%
- Potassium: 2%
- Vitamin A: 6%
- Phosphorus: 3%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Use strong espresso powder for a deeper coffee flavor.
- Don’t underbake the choux pastry—soggy éclairs are a crime.
- Dip éclairs in caramel while it’s slightly warm to avoid a messy disaster.
- Refrigerate before serving for the best texture.
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~280
- Total Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Calcium: 3%
- Iron: 2%
- Potassium: 2%
- Vitamin A: 6%
- Phosphorus: 3%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Use strong espresso powder for a deeper coffee flavor.
- Don’t underbake the choux pastry—soggy éclairs are a crime.
- Dip éclairs in caramel while it’s slightly warm to avoid a messy disaster.
- Refrigerate before serving for the best texture.
These caramel coffee éclairs are indulgent, caffeinated, and worth every second of effort. Just try not to eat them all at once.
