Any secrets to prevent my homemade eclairs from ending up flat as pancakes?

[Kenz]

Every time I try to make eclairs at home, they end up disappointingly flat. Any experienced bakers out there have tips or tricks to share for achieving that perfect puffed-up pastry?

 

[iwantbulalo🍖]

You gotta make sure your dough is thick enough and that you’re not adding too many eggs. Preheat your oven properly and don’t peek while they’re baking. It makes a big difference!

 

[lizasoberan]

Once they're done baking, I usually poke a small hole in each eclair and let them dry out in the turned-off oven for another 10-15 minutes. This helps them hold their shape.

 

[Nutellah_]

I think ensuring your oven is preheated properly and piping the dough thicker onto the baking sheet might help, though altitude and humidity can also play a role!