Lemon Raspberry Eclairs
Indulge in the delightful fusion of tangy lemon and sweet raspberries with these Lemon Raspberry Eclairs. These elegant pastries are light, airy, and filled with a luscious cream that will leave your taste buds wanting more. Perfect for any occasion—from casual brunches to formal gatherings—these eclairs offer a refreshing dessert experience that’s sure to impress. With their vibrant flavors and beautiful presentation, they are not just a treat but a celebration of taste!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 eclairs 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 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/2 cup milk
- Fresh raspberries for topping
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a saucepan, combine water and unsalted butter over medium heat until melted. Bring to a boil, then add flour and salt, stirring until the mixture forms a ball.
- Remove from heat; let cool slightly before beating in eggs one at a time until smooth.
- Pipe strips of dough onto a lined baking sheet. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- For the filling, whisk together heavy cream, lemon juice, zest, sugar, cornstarch, milk, egg yolks, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Once cooled, poke holes in eclair shells and fill with the cream mixture. Top with fresh raspberries.
- Drizzle with powdered sugar mixed with lemon juice before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 eclair (50g)
- Calories: 196
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 79mg
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