Description
Lemon Raspberry Eclairs are a delightful fusion of zesty lemon and luscious raspberries, encased in light and airy choux pastry. This elegant dessert is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a festive gathering or a cozy evening treat. The creamy lemon filling complements the tartness of fresh raspberries, creating a refreshing balance that will tantalize your taste buds. With an easy-to-follow recipe, you’ll impress your family and friends while enjoying a sweet moment of indulgence.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/2 cup milk
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Fresh raspberries for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the choux pastry by boiling water and butter, then mixing in flour and salt until a ball forms. Cool slightly, add eggs one at a time until smooth.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C), pipe the pastry onto a lined baking sheet, and bake for 20-25 minutes.
- For the lemon cream filling, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, milk, lemon juice, zest, egg yolks, and vanilla; cook until thickened and cool.
- Once cooled, fill eclairs with lemon cream and top with fresh raspberries.
- Drizzle with powdered sugar mixed with lemon juice before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 eclair
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Ensure ingredients are cold for optimal choux pastry texture. Experiment with different fruits like strawberries or blueberries for variety.