Chocolate Eclairs

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 400°.
2. 2
   Heat water and butter to boiling in a 2-quart pan.
3. 3
   Stir in flour, vigorously stirring over low heat until mixture forms a soft ball, about 1 minute.
4. 4
   Remove from heat.
5. 5
   Add eggs.
6. 6
   Beat until smooth.
7. 7
   Drop dough by 1/4 cupfuls onto ungreased cookie sheet.
8. 8
   Shape each into finger 4 1/2 inches long and 1 1/2 inches wide with spatula.
9. 9
   Bake until puffed and golden, 40 minutes.
10. 10
    Cool.