
A chocolate éclair is a classic French pastry made from choux dough filled with cream and topped with chocolate icing. Its key ingredients include flour, butter, eggs, milk, sugar, and chocolate. It is a staple of French pâtisserie and has become popular worldwide.
This dessert is high in carbohydrates and fat, providing a quick energy boost but little protein. A single éclair typically contains around 250-350 calories.
| Calories | 300 kcal |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Carbs | 35 g |
| Fat | 16 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 20 g |
| Sodium | 150 mg |
| Calcium | 80 mg |
| Iron | 1.5 mg |
| Potassium | 120 mg |
| Vitamin A | 100 IU |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg |
Per 1 éclair (approx. 80 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
The name 'éclair' means 'lightning' in French, possibly because it was eaten quickly or because of the shiny glaze. Nutritionally, it offers calcium from the dairy components but is primarily an indulgent treat.
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