Ingredients
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For the Choux Pastry:
- ½ cup (120ml) water
- ½ cup (120ml) whole milk
- ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
For the Raspberry Cream Filling:
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream, chilled
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup raspberry puree (made from fresh or frozen raspberries)
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons fresh raspberry puree (strained to remove seeds)
- 1–2 teaspoons milk or cream (adjust as needed for consistency)
Optional Garnish:
- Fresh raspberries
- Powdered sugar for dusting
- Edible flowers
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Choux Pastry
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a medium saucepan, combine water, milk, butter, sugar, and salt. Heat over medium heat until the butter melts and the mixture comes to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low, add the flour all at once, and stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until the dough pulls away from the sides of the pan and forms a smooth ball, about 2 minutes.
- Transfer the dough to a mixing bowl and let it cool for 5 minutes.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. The dough should be smooth, shiny, and pipeable.
Step 2: Pipe and Bake the Éclairs
- Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a large star or round tip. Pipe 4-5 inch (10-12 cm) long strips onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 15 minutes at 400°F (200°C), then reduce the temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the éclairs are golden brown and crisp.
- Turn off the oven, crack the oven door open slightly, and let the éclairs cool inside for 10 minutes to prevent deflation. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 3: Make the Raspberry Cream Filling
- In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold in the raspberry puree until fully incorporated. Be careful not to deflate the whipped cream.
- Transfer the raspberry cream to a piping bag fitted with a small round tip.
Step 4: Fill the Éclairs
- Use a small knife to make a slit in the side of each éclair or poke two small holes in the bottom.
- Insert the piping tip into the slit or holes and fill each éclair with the raspberry cream. You’ll feel the éclair become slightly heavier as it fills.
Step 5: Prepare the Raspberry Glaze
- In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, raspberry puree, and milk or cream until smooth and pourable. Adjust the consistency as needed.
- Dip the tops of the filled éclairs into the glaze, letting any excess drip off. Place them on a wire rack to set.
Step 6: Garnish and Serve
- Garnish the éclairs with fresh raspberries, a dusting of powdered sugar, or edible flowers for an elegant finish.
- Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator until ready to enjoy.
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 éclair
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 12g
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g