Light Strawberry Grapefruit Éclair Recipe

Start by combining the **water** and **butter** in a saucepan. Heat over medium heat until the butter is melted and the mixture begins to boil.

Once boiling, remove from heat and stir in the **flour** until a dough forms. Return the saucepan to low heat and stir continuously for about 2 minutes to dry the dough slightly.

Transfer the dough to a bowl and let it cool for about 5 minutes. Then, add the **eggs** one by one, mixing thoroughly after each addition until smooth and shiny.

Preheat your oven to 200 degrees Celsius (400 degrees Fahrenheit). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Using a piping bag fitted with a round tip, pipe 10-12 equal-sized strips of dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Make sure to leave enough space between each éclair.

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until they are golden and puffed. Avoid opening the oven door during baking to ensure they rise properly.

While the éclairs are baking, prepare the filling by chopping the **strawberries** and mixing them with **grapefruit segments** in a bowl. Gently fold in the **whipped cream** and **powdered sugar** until the mixture is smooth.

Once the éclairs are cool, cut them in half lengthwise and fill each with the strawberry-grapefruit mixture generously.

To finish, top the filled éclairs with **fresh strawberries** and a sprinkle of **grapefruit zest** for a refreshing touch.

Optionally, you can add **edible flowers** for an extra special presentation. Serve and enjoy your light and fruity éclairs!