Raspberry Pistachio Eclairs

 


### Raspberry Pistachio Éclairs Recipe


These delightful raspberry pistachio éclairs feature a light choux pastry filled with raspberry cream and topped with a pistachio glaze. Here’s how to make them:


#### Ingredients


**For the Choux Pastry:**

- **Water**: 1 cup (240 mL)

- **Unsalted Butter**: ½ cup (113 g), cut into pieces

- **All-Purpose Flour**: 1 cup (125 g)

- **Salt**: ¼ teaspoon

- **Large Eggs**: 4


**For the Raspberry Cream Filling:**

- **Fresh Raspberries**: 1 cup (150 g), pureed

- **Heavy Cream**: 1 cup (240 mL)

- **Powdered Sugar**: ¼ cup (30 g)

- **Vanilla Extract**: 1 teaspoon

- **Gelatin Powder**: 1 teaspoon (optional, for stability)


**For the Pistachio Glaze:**

- **Powdered Sugar**: 1 cup (120 g)

- **Pistachio Paste**: 2 tablespoons

- **Milk**: 2–3 tablespoons (adjust for consistency)

- **Chopped Pistachios**: for garnish


#### Instructions


1. **Make the Choux Pastry**:

   - Preheat your oven to **400°F (200°C)**. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

   - In a saucepan, combine water and butter over medium heat until the butter melts. Bring to a boil.

   - Remove from heat and stir in flour and salt until a smooth dough forms. Return to low heat and cook for about 2 minutes, stirring constantly.

   - Transfer the dough to a mixing bowl and let it cool slightly. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until smooth and glossy.

   - Pipe the dough onto the prepared baking sheet in long strips (about 4 inches long). Bake for **20–25 minutes**, or until golden brown and puffed. Allow to cool completely.


2. **Prepare the Raspberry Cream Filling**:

   - If using gelatin, dissolve it in a tablespoon of warm water and set aside.

   - In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla while continuing to whip.

   - Gently fold in the raspberry puree and dissolved gelatin (if using) until well combined.


3. **Fill the Éclairs**:

   - Once the choux pastry is cool, use a sharp knife to cut a small slit in each éclair. Fill with raspberry cream using a piping bag.


4. **Make the Pistachio Glaze**:

   - In a bowl, mix powdered sugar, pistachio paste, and enough milk to achieve a pourable consistency.

   - Dip the top of each filled éclair into the glaze or drizzle it over.


5. **Garnish and Serve**:

   - Sprinkle chopped pistachios on top of the glazed éclairs for added crunch.

   - Chill briefly before serving to set the glaze.


Enjoy your homemade raspberry pistachio éclairs as a delightful treat!


Citations:

[1] https://iambaker.net/double-fudge-brownies/

[2] https://www.gogogogourmet.com/cinnamon-coffee-cake-with-streusel-crumb-topping/

[3] https://sugarspunrun.com/cinnamon-coffee-cake/

[4] https://thesaltedsweets.com/double-chocolate-fudge-brownies/

[5] https://www.bakingbeauty.net/cinnamon-coffee-cake/

[6] https://www.brownedbutterblondie.com/lemon-poppy-seed-muffins/

[7] https://www.loveandlemons.com/lemon-poppy-seed-muffins/

[8] https://sallysbakingaddiction.com/coffee-cake-recipe/

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