Last month I started groaning when I read what the latest challenge was. This time my expression changed from one big frown to a slight grin with some enthusiasm. Let me explain. I’ve always steered clear of éclairs, simply because of the huge amount of whipped cream they are filled with. As you should know by now, I’m not a health freak (okay, maybe a bit) who prefers to avoid fatty foods at all costs. No, cream is simply too rich for me, as well as the taste leaves much to desire. In savoury terms, like in sauces, it’s a completely different matter, but I digress. After eyeing the chocolate cream in this recipe, the idea made my mouth water and I got on with it.

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