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Raspberry Eclair

A homemade choux pastry filled with light cream and topped with fresh raspberries, a crispy wafer, and a touch of mint for a beautiful, easy dessert.

Total time
40 min
Servings
4
Calories
350
Protein
6g
Raspberry Eclair
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. Step 2

    In a saucepan, bring 0.5 cup water and 4 tbsp butter to a boil. Remove from heat, stir in 0.5 cup flour until a ball forms.

  3. Step 3

    Beat in 2 eggs one at a time until smooth. Spoon dough into 4 long strips on the baking sheet.

  4. Step 4

    Bake for 20-25 minutes until puffed and golden. Let cool completely on a wire rack.

  5. Step 5

    Whip 1 cup heavy cream with 0.25 cup powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Slice each eclair horizontally and fill with cream.

  6. Step 6

    Top with 1 cup raspberries, crumbled wafer cookies, and a few mint leaves if desired. Serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • saucepan
  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • wire rack

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