Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and ½ cup of unsalted butter over medium heat until the butter melts. Stir in 1 cup of all-purpose flour and mix until a smooth ball forms, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and cool for 10 minutes before adding 4 eggs one at a time.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Transfer choux pastry into a piping bag and pipe 4-inch long strips on the sheet, leaving space in between.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until puffed and golden brown. Avoid opening the oven door for the first 20 minutes.
- In another saucepan over low heat, whisk together ½ cup lemon juice, 2 teaspoons lemon zest, ½ cup granulated sugar, and 1 egg until thickened, about 10 minutes. Fold in 1 cup whipped heavy cream.
- For the raspberry glaze, combine 1 cup raspberries and ½ cup granulated sugar in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook for 5-7 minutes and strain through a sieve once the raspberries break down.
- Once cooled, make a small slit in each eclair and pipe in the lemon cream. Dip the tops in raspberry glaze or drizzle it over the eclairs. Allow the glaze to set before serving.
Nutrition
Notes
Ensure the eclairs cool completely before filling to maintain texture, and assemble right before serving for optimal freshness.
