Best 9 Cream Puff Dessert Recipes

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In the realm of decadent desserts, cream puffs rise as a symphony of flavors and textures. These delectable pastries, crafted from a delicate choux pastry shell and filled with a creamy, velvety filling, are a timeless classic that captivates palates worldwide. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the secrets behind creating the perfect cream puff, delving into the nuances of mastering the choux pastry, discovering the key ingredients for a luscious filling, and unlocking the techniques that transform these humble ingredients into an ethereal dessert. Let us unravel the magic behind this iconic confection, guiding you towards crafting cream puffs that will elevate any occasion.

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VANILLA CREAM PUFF DESSERT



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Inspired by classic cream puffs, this recipe is a wonderful treat. I've served it at Cub Scout banquets, birthday parties and holidays. I'm a regular baker, and this dessert is one of my all-time favorites. -Denise Wahl, Homer Glen, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup water
1/2 cup butter
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup all-purpose flour
4 large eggs, room temperature
FILLING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
2-1/2 cups cold 2% milk
2 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant vanilla pudding mix
TOPPING:
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
Chocolate syrup

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan over medium heat, bring the water, butter and salt to a boil. Add flour all at once and stir until a smooth ball forms. Continue beating until smooth and shiny. Remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Add 1 egg at a time, beating well after each addition. , Pour into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 400° until puffed and golden brown, 28-30 minutes. Cool on a wire rack., For filling, in a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, milk and pudding mixes until smooth. Spread over the crust; refrigerate for 20 minutes. Spread whipped topping over filling. Store in the refrigerator. Just before serving, drizzle with chocolate syrup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248 calories, Fat 17g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 95mg cholesterol, Sodium 273mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CREAM PUFF DESSERT



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I took this rich dessert to a fellowship meeting at our church. Everyone loved it! In fact, so many people asked for the recipe that the church secretary printed it in our monthly newsletter. -Lisa Nash, Blaine, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup water
1/2 cup butter
1 cup all-purpose flour
4 large eggs, room temperature
FILLING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
3-1/2 cups cold 2% milk
2 packages (3.9 ounces each) instant chocolate pudding mix
TOPPING:
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
1/4 cup chocolate ice cream topping
1/4 cup caramel ice cream topping
1/3 cup chopped almonds

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring the water and butter to a boil over medium heat. Add flour all at once; stir until a smooth ball forms. Remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Add the eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Continue beating until mixture is smooth and shiny. , Spread into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake at 400° for 30-35 minutes or until puffed and golden brown. Remove to a wire rack to cool completely., For filling, beat the cream cheese, milk and pudding mix in a large bowl until smooth. Spread over puff; refrigerate for 20 minutes., Spread with whipped topping; refrigerate until serving. Drizzle with the chocolate and caramel toppings; sprinkle with almonds. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381 calories, Fat 23g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 122mg cholesterol, Sodium 354mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

CREAM PUFF DESSERT



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My DH described this as a supreme dessert. Got the recipe from a lady at a church potluck. Nice to carry to gatherings.

Provided by out of here

Categories     Pork

Time 45m

Yield 9 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup water
1/2 cup oleo
1 cup flour
4 eggs
8 ounces cream cheese
3 cups milk
2 (3 1/2 ounce) boxes French vanilla instant pudding
16 ounces Cool Whip
16 ounces Hersheys Chocolate Syrup

Steps:

  • Boil water and oleo, then stir in the flour.
  • Beat in the eggs 1 at a time, until smooth.
  • Grease a 9x13 pan.
  • Spread the batter in the pan and bake at 400 degrees for 30 minutes.
  • Cool.
  • Filling: Mix until smooth the cream cheese, milk and pudding mix.
  • Spread on cooled crust. Top with the cool-whip and drizzle the chocolate syrup on top of the cool-whip.
  • I wait until I serve this to drizzle the syrup on.
  • Refrigerate.

CREAM PUFF DESSERT



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This dessert is quick and easy, cool and creamy,just like a cream puff. I have used different flavors of pudding, banana being my favorite. I have also used skim milk and low fat cream cheese, and it was still quite good.

Provided by Barbasol

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup water
1/2 cup margarine
1 cup flour
4 eggs
3 (3 1/2 ounce) boxes instant vanilla pudding
3 1/2 cups milk
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 (16 ounce) container Cool Whip
chocolate syrup or chocolate shavings

Steps:

  • Bring water to a boil, add margarine, when melted, remove from heat.
  • Add flour and stir to form a ball.
  • With wooden spoon, add eggs, one at a time, and mix to shiny ball again, after each addition.
  • Spread in 9x13 glass pan, grease with cooking spray first.
  • Bake 30-35 minutes at 400 Degrees, this will puff up, and be out of shape, cool completely.
  • With a mixer, add 3 1/2 cups cold milk to pudding, then add cream cheese, this may look lumpy, it's ok, don't beat it to death, but it will incorporate while setting.
  • Spread into cooled crust, top with Cool Whip, as much as desired. Drizzle with chocolate syrup or chocolate shavings.
  • Refrigerate

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312.6, Fat 18.2, SaturatedFat 11.2, Cholesterol 69.6, Sodium 390.6, Carbohydrate 32.5, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 23.8, Protein 5.4

STRAWBERRY CREAM PUFF DESSERT



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Everyone in my family loves to cook and this recipe came from a collection of family recipes that have been handed down from generation to generation. These cream puffs were a favorite for holidays, but good anytime. It's a nice departure from strawberry shortcake and the best part is that you can make the shells ahead of time and freeze them. -Suzette Jury, Keene, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 teaspoon sugar
Dash salt
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 egg
FILLING:
1-1/4 cups sliced fresh strawberries
3 teaspoons sugar, divided
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 teaspoon confectioners' sugar
Additional sliced fresh strawberries, optional

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring the water, butter, sugar and salt to a boil. Add flour all at once and stir until a smooth ball forms. Remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Add egg and beat well. Continue beating until mixture is smooth and shiny. Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls 3 in. apart onto a greased baking sheet., Bake at 400° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to a wire rack. Immediately split puffs open; remove tops and set aside. Discard soft dough from inside. Cool puffs., For filling, in a small bowl, combine strawberries and 2 teaspoons sugar. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes. , In a small bowl, beat cream and remaining sugar until stiff peaks form. Fold in strawberry mixture., Fill the cream puffs just before serving. Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar. Garnish with additional strawberries if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311 calories, Fat 24g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 145mg cholesterol, Sodium 142mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

SNOW SHOES--CREAM PUFF DESSERT



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Cream puff dessert/bars! The dough can be spread out on a cookie sheet to look like a shoe, or just spread it over the entire pan. Very easy and very good!!

Provided by IAcupcake

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup butter, softened
2 cups flour
4 tablespoons cold water
1 cup water
1 cup flour
1/2 cup butter
3 eggs
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon almond flavoring
2 cups sifted powdered sugar
2 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • Mix the first 3 ingredients together and pat onto a greased cookie sheet, either covering the entire sheet or shape into a shoe.
  • Mix and boil the next 3 ingredients until it leaves the sides of the pan turning to a ball. Remove from heat and add the eggs, one at a time, beating well and fast after each addition.
  • Spead over dough and bake at 350°F for 45 minutes. Let cool a little before frosting.
  • For the frosting, mix with a mixer all the ingredients, adding the milk 1T. at a time until you reach desired consistency. Spread over the crust.

MOM'S CHOCOLATE CREAM PUFF DESSERT



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My Mother makes this dessert most every holiday...it's my youngest Nieces favorite and she always calls her Gram to ask if she's making it for any given holiday...she made it for Easter and all I got was a picture of the last piece left...lol! I'm just now getting around to posting it... Enjoy!

Provided by Cassie *

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 12

CREAM PUFF CRUST
1 c water
1/2 c butter
1 c flour
1/4 tsp salt
4 eggs
FILLING
1 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
2 1/2 c milk
2 - 3.4 oz instant chocolate pudding - any flavor of pudding could be used
1 - 8 oz whipped topping
1/4 c hersheys syrup

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 400 degree F. In a large saucepan over medium heat, bring the water, butter and salt to a boil. Add flour all at once and stir until a smooth ball forms. Remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Continue beating until mixture is smooth and shiny.
  • 2. Spread evenly, on bottom and and part way up sides of a greased 13 x 9 baking dish. Bake at 400 degree for 30-35 minutes or until puffed and golden brown. Remove to a wire rack to cool completely. For filling, beat the cream cheese, milk and pudding mix in a large bowl until smooth. Spread over puff; refrigerate for 20 minutes. Spread with whipped topping; refrigerate until serving. Drizzle with the chocolate syrup...or even caramel. Enjoy!

CREAM PUFF DESSERT



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This is delicious and easy and everyone loves it. You can make it ahead and freeze it, but let it partially thaw before serving. It's best when it's 'crispy' frozen.

Provided by Rebecca

Categories     Desserts     Frozen Dessert Recipes

Time 2h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup water
½ cup butter
1 cup all-purpose flour
4 eggs
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
3 ½ cups cold milk
2 (3.9 ounce) packages instant chocolate pudding mix
1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
¼ cup milk chocolate flavored topping
¼ cup caramel topping
⅓ cup slivered almonds

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat melt butter in water until bubbly. Dump in flour all at once and stir vigorously until mixture forms a ball. Remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes. Beat in eggs, one at a time, until smooth and glossy. Spread in prepared pan.
  • Bake in preheated oven 30 to 35 minutes, until puffy and golden. Let cool completely on wire rack.
  • While puff is cooling, beat together cream cheese, milk and pudding mix. Spread over cooled puff. Chill 20 minutes.
  • Spread whipped topping over chilled filling and drizzle with chocolate and caramel sauces. Sprinkle with almonds. Freeze 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 355.2 calories, Carbohydrate 29.2 g, Cholesterol 109.7 mg, Fat 22.3 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 13.8 g, Sodium 243.1 mg, Sugar 9.3 g

CREAM PUFF DESSERT



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Make and share this Cream Puff Dessert recipe from Food.com.

Provided by toosharps

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 12-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine
1 cup water
1 cup flour
4 eggs
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 1/2 cups milk
2 (4 ounce) packages instant vanilla pudding
12 ounces Cool Whip
some chocolate syrup

Steps:

  • Bring butter or margarine and water to boil.
  • Remove from heat and add flour. Stir until all mixed well.
  • Add eggs and beat well by hand.
  • Put in 9 x 13 pan and bake at 400 for 30 minutes. Cool.
  • Mix milk and instant pudding.
  • Add softened cream cheese and beat until smooth (2-4 minutes).
  • Spread over crust.
  • Top with cool whip and drizzle with chocolate syrup.

Tips for Making Perfect Cream Puffs:

  • Use fresh ingredients, especially the cream and butter.
  • Make sure the butter and water are very hot before adding the flour.
  • Stir the flour mixture vigorously until it forms a smooth, thick paste.
  • Transfer the paste to a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment and beat on medium speed until the mixture is smooth and shiny. This step should take about 2 minutes.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, waiting until each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next.
  • Pipe the dough onto a parchment paper-lined baking sheet, spacing the puffs about 2 inches apart.
  • Bake the puffs in a preheated oven at 400°F for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and puffed.
  • Remove the puffs from the oven and let them cool completely on a wire rack.
  • Fill the puffs with your favorite filling, such as whipped cream, pastry cream, or ice cream.
  • Enjoy!

Conclusion:

Cream puffs are a versatile and delicious dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for special occasions or for a simple treat. With a little practice, you can make perfect cream puffs at home. So what are you waiting for? Give them a try today!

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