Chocolate Ganache Éclair Cake

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Chocolate Ganache Éclair Cake.

1. Step 1

   Begin by preheating your oven to a toasty 400°F (200°C) and generously greasing a 9x13-inch baking dish to ensure easy removal later.

2. Step 2

   In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter, and salt, bringing this mixture to a vigorous boil over medium-high heat.

3. Step 3

   Once it reaches a rolling boil, lower the heat to medium and stir in the flour, cooking and stirring until the dough pulls away from the sides of the pan and forms a cohesive ball.

4. Step 4

   Transfer this dough to a mixing bowl and incorporate the eggs one at a time, making sure each egg is fully blended before adding the next.

5. Step 5

   Spread the dough evenly across the bottom of your prepared baking dish.

6. Step 6

   Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the top is a beautiful golden brown.

7. Step 7

   The dough will rise and take on a boat-like shape, but don’t worry; it will settle as it cools.

8. Step 8

   Allow it to cool completely on a wire rack.

9. Step 9

   For the luscious filling, retrieve a mixing bowl from the freezer and pour in the cold whipping cream.

10. Step 10

    Whip the cream until it thickens, which should take about a minute.

11. Step 11

    Gently fold in confectioners' sugar and vanilla, then continue whipping until you achieve stiff peaks.

12. Step 12

    Keep this delightful whipped cream chilled in the refrigerator.

13. Step 13

    In another bowl, mix the pudding mixes with milk, stirring until creamy.

14. Step 14

    Carefully fold in the whipped cream until everything is well combined, then spread this filling over the cooled pastry crust and refrigerate.

15. Step 15

    To create the rich ganache, place chopped chocolate in a heat-proof bowl.

16. Step 16

    In a small saucepan, heat the cream until it’s nearly boiling, then pour it over the chocolate.

17. Step 17

    Let it sit for a minute before whisking until smooth.

18. Step 18

    Allow the ganache to cool and thicken for about 10 minutes.

19. Step 19

    Pour the velvety ganache over the cream filling, spreading it evenly to cover the entire surface.

20. Step 20

    Finally, return the pan to the refrigerator and chill for at least an hour before serving.

21. Step 21

    Enjoy the delightful layers of flavor and texture in every bite!.