Description
Pistachio Eclairs are a delightful twist on the classic French pastry that combines airy choux with a rich, creamy pistachio filling. Each bite offers a perfect balance of nutty flavor and sweetness, making them an irresistible dessert for any occasion. Impress your guests with these beautiful treats that are not only visually stunning but also decadent in taste.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup shelled pistachios (plus extra for garnish)
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter with water until boiling. Stir in flour until a dough forms, cooking until it pulls away from the pan.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Add eggs one at a time, mixing until smooth.
- Pipe long strips of dough onto prepared baking sheets and bake for about 25 minutes until golden brown.
- While cooling, blend pistachios in a food processor. Mix ground pistachios with milk, powdered sugar, whipped cream, and vanilla until creamy.
- Cut cooled eclairs lengthwise, fill with pistachio mixture, and garnish as desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 eclair (50g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg