Chocolate Eclair Ring

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

2. 2

   In medium sauce pan, bring water and butter to a boil.

3. 3

   Remove from heat and add flour and salt. Stir until it forms a ball.

4. 4

   Add eggs, one at a time, and BEAT THOROUGHLY AFTER EACH ONE with a hand mixer. (The ring may not puff up if not thoroughly mixed.).

5. 5

   Drop mixture by spoonfuls into a ring-shape on a greased cookie sheet.

6. 6

   Bake 45 minutes, until puffed and golden brown.

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   While ring is baking, beat pudding mix, cream, and milk until thick.

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   When ring is cool, cut in half horizontally.

9. 9

   Spread pudding mixture on bottom half and replace top.

10. 10

    Spread chocolate frosting on top. (It may be easier to spread if softened in the microwave for a few seconds.).

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    Refrigerate until ready to serve.

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