Lemon Raspberry Eclairs
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with these Lemon Raspberry Eclairs. These exquisite pastries feature a light and airy choux pastry filled with velvety lemon custard, topped with fresh raspberries for a refreshing twist. Perfect for any occasion, from afternoon teas to summer parties, they are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings. With easy-to-follow steps, even novice bakers can master this gourmet treat that not only looks stunning but also bursts with zesty flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
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
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare the choux pastry by boiling water and butter; add flour and salt. Stir until a ball forms. Cool slightly before adding eggs.
- Pipe long strips onto a baking sheet and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- For the filling, combine heavy cream, lemon juice and zest, sugar, cornstarch, milk, egg yolks, and vanilla in a saucepan; cook until thickened.
- Once cooled, fill each éclair with the lemon custard.
- Top with fresh raspberries and drizzle with a glaze made from powdered sugar and lemon juice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 éclair (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
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