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Lemon Raspberry Eclairs

Lemon Raspberry Eclairs with Lush Cream Filling to Savor

These Lemon Raspberry Eclairs are a zesty twist on a classic dessert, featuring an airy pastry filled with tangy lemon cream and topped with vibrant raspberry glaze.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 eclairs
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Choux Pastry
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup butter unsalted preferred
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 large eggs room temperature
For the Lemon Filling
  • 2 large lemons juice and zest
  • 1/4 cup sugar adjust to taste
  • 1 cup heavy cream fresh cream works best
For the Raspberry Glaze
  • 1 cup raspberries fresh or thawed frozen
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar adjust as necessary

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Piping bag
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Chilled bowl
  • Fine sieve

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Lemon Raspberry Eclairs
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil and melt the butter.
  2. Add all-purpose flour all at once and stir until a smooth ball forms. Cook for another minute until the dough pulls away from the sides.
  3. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes. Add eggs one at a time, mixing vigorously after each addition until smooth.
  4. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Transfer dough into a piping bag and pipe 4-inch long strips.
  5. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake for about 25 minutes until golden brown. Turn off oven and crack the door for 10 minutes.
  6. While cooling, whip heavy cream until soft peaks form, then add lemon juice, zest, and sugar until thick and creamy.
  7. In a saucepan, cook raspberries and sugar for 5 minutes. Strain to remove seeds and cool syrup completely.
  8. Slice each eclair in half, fill with lemon cream, top with raspberry glaze, and serve.

Notes

For best results, use room temperature eggs and avoid opening the oven while baking to maintain the ideal puffiness of the eclairs.