Description
Lemon Raspberry Eclairs are an exquisite treat that perfectly balances the tartness of lemon with the sweetness of fresh raspberries. These delicate pastries feature a light choux pastry filled with a creamy lemon filling and topped with vibrant raspberries, making them the ideal dessert for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a party or simply indulging yourself, these eclairs are sure to impress with their elegant presentation and refreshing flavors. Their delightful combination of textures and tastes will leave dessert lovers wanting more.
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
Instructions
- Prepare the Choux Pastry: In a saucepan, combine water and butter over medium heat until melted. Add flour and salt, mixing vigorously. Remove from heat and gradually mix in eggs one by one.
- Bake the Eclairs: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pipe choux pastry onto a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Make the Lemon Cream Filling: Whisk together heavy cream, lemon juice, zest, sugar, cornstarch, milk, egg yolks, and vanilla in a saucepan over medium heat until thickened.
- Assemble: Once cooled, cut eclairs open, fill with lemon cream, and top with raspberries mixed with powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 eclair (approximately 60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 90mg