Raspberry Cream Choux Ring is an elegant and delightful dessert made from choux pastry filled with a luscious raspberry cream. This stunning ring is perfect for special occasions and is sure to impress your guests with its light texture and vibrant flavor!

Ingredients

For the Choux Pastry:

• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cubed)
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 4 large eggs

For the Raspberry Cream Filling:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese
• 1/2 cup fresh raspberries (plus extra for garnish)
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Glaze (optional):

• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1-2 tablespoons milk (to achieve desired consistency)
• Fresh raspberries (for decoration)

Timing

Making Raspberry Cream Choux Ring takes about 20 minutes for preparation and 30-35 minutes for baking, plus additional time for cooling and assembling.

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Choux Pastry

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Heat Water and Butter: In a medium saucepan, combine the water and cubed butter. Heat over medium heat until the butter is melted and the mixture comes to a boil.
3. Add Flour and Salt: Remove from heat and quickly stir in the flour and salt until a smooth dough forms. Return to low heat and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly until the dough pulls away from the sides of the pan.
4. Incorporate Eggs: Transfer the dough to a mixing bowl and let it cool slightly. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until fully incorporated and the dough is smooth and glossy.

Step 2: Form the Choux Ring

1. Pipe the Dough: Transfer the choux pastry to a piping bag fitted with a large round tip. Pipe a ring onto the prepared baking sheet, about 8-10 inches in diameter, and then pipe a second layer on top of the first to create a thicker ring.
2. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the choux ring is golden brown and puffed. Do not open the oven door during baking. Once done, turn off the oven and let the choux ring cool inside for about 10 minutes.
3. Cool Completely: Remove the choux ring from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack.

Step 3: Prepare the Raspberry Cream Filling

1. Whip Cream: In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
2. Combine Other Ingredients: In another bowl, combine the mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and fresh raspberries. Gently fold the whipped cream into this mixture until well combined.

Step 4: Assemble the Choux Ring

1. Fill the Choux Ring: Once the choux ring is completely cool, carefully slice it in half horizontally. Spoon or pipe the raspberry cream filling into the bottom half of the ring.
2. Replace the Top: Place the top half of the choux ring back on top of the filling.

Step 5: Glaze and Serve

1. Prepare the Glaze: In a small bowl, mix the powdered sugar with enough milk to achieve a smooth, pourable consistency.
2. Drizzle Glaze: Drizzle the glaze over the top of the choux ring and decorate with fresh raspberries.
3. Enjoy: Slice and serve your Raspberry Cream Choux Ring chilled. Enjoy this delightful dessert!

Nutritional Information

Here’s a quick overview of the nutritional content of Raspberry Cream Choux Ring (per slice, based on 12 servings):

Nutrient	Amount per Slice
Calories	220
Protein	3g
Fat	15g
Carbohydrates	20g
Fiber	1g
Sugar	8g

Tips for Customization

• Fruit Variations: Substitute raspberries with other berries like strawberries, blueberries, or blackberries for different flavors.
• Flavor Enhancements: Add a splash of lemon juice or zest to the cream filling for a citrusy twist.
• Chocolate Drizzle: For chocolate lovers, drizzle melted chocolate over the top instead of or in addition to the glaze.

Conclusion

Raspberry Cream Choux Ring is a beautiful and delicious dessert that combines the lightness of choux pastry with the rich flavor of raspberry cream. Perfect for celebrations or special occasions, this dessert is sure to impress everyone at your table. Enjoy this delightful recipe!