Best 7 Vanilla Cream Puff Dessert Recipes

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Vanilla cream puffs, a delectable treat that tantalizes taste buds with its delicate texture and rich flavor, are an enduring classic in the realm of desserts. Comprising a crisp, airy pastry shell enveloping a luscious vanilla-infused cream filling, these ethereal morsels offer a delightful symphony of flavors and textures that have captured hearts and palates for centuries. Whether enjoyed as a sweet finale to a special occasion meal or savored as an indulgent afternoon treat, vanilla cream puffs consistently deliver a moment of pure bliss. In this comprehensive guide, we embark on a culinary journey to uncover the secrets of crafting the perfect vanilla cream puff dessert, delving into the essential ingredients, step-by-step instructions, and expert tips to ensure success in your baking endeavors.

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VANILLA CREAM PUFFS



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In his Raleigh, North Carolina kitchen, Mike Kennon turns out batches of these yummy morsels! "The puffs are filled with a tasty almond-vanilla cream, and there's a hint of cinnamon in the chocolate glaze," he says.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup water
1/2 cup butter
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup all-purpose flour
4 eggs
FILLING:
1-1/2 cups cold milk
1 package (5.1 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
1/2 to 1 teaspoon almond extract
2 cups heavy whipping cream, whipped
CHOCOLATE GLAZE:
6 tablespoons semisweet chocolate chips
1-1/2 teaspoons shortening
3/4 teaspoon corn syrup
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring 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 eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Continue beating until mixture is smooth and shiny., Drop by 1/4 cupfuls 3 in. apart onto a greased baking sheet. Bake at 400° for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to a wire rack. Immediately split puffs open; remove tops and set aside. Discard soft dough inside. Cool puffs., In a bowl, beat the milk, pudding mix and extract on low speed for 2 minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes. Fold in whipped cream. Fill cream puffs; replace tops., In a heavy saucepan, combine glaze ingredients. Cook and stir over low heat until chocolate is melted and mixture is smooth. Drizzle over cream puffs. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 362 calories, Fat 27g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 150mg cholesterol, Sodium 349mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

VANILLA CREAM PUFFS



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I found this recipe in the 2003 Taste of Home Annual Recipe Book. They are easy to make even for a novice like myself.

Provided by Robin W

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup water
1/2 cup butter, no substitutes please
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup all-purpose flour
4 eggs
1 1/2 cups cold milk
1 (5 1/8 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding
3/4 teaspoon almond extract
2 cups whipping cream, whipped
6 tablespoons semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 1/2 teaspoons shortening
3/4 teaspoon corn syrup
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • In saucepan, bring water, butter and salt to a boil.
  • Add flour all at once and stir until it forms a ball.
  • Remove from from heat, let stand 5 minutes.
  • Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Continue beating until mixture is smooth and shiny.
  • Drop by 1/4 cups at least 3 inches apart onto a greased baking sheet.
  • Bake at 400 degrees for 30-35 minutes (or until golden brown).
  • Remove to a wire rack.
  • Immediately split puffs open; remove tops and set aside.
  • Remove and discard soft dough inside puff.
  • Let cool.
  • In a bowl, beat the milk, pudding mix and extract on low speed for 2 minutes.
  • Let stand for 5 minutes.
  • Fold in the whipped cream.
  • Fill the cream puffs and replace tops.
  • In a heavy saucepan, combine glaze ingredients.
  • Cook and stir over low heat until chocolate melts and mixture is smooth.
  • Drizzle over cream puffs.
  • Chill for at least one hour before serving.
  • Refrigerate any leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 544.8, Fat 41, SaturatedFat 24.5, Cholesterol 211.4, Sodium 516.7, Carbohydrate 38.3, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 21.5, Protein 7.9

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.

VANILLA AND COFFEE CREAM PUFFS



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield about 20 cream puffs

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into cubes
2 teaspoons granulated sugar
1/8 teaspoon fine salt
1 cup water
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
4 to 5 large eggs
2 3/4 cups heavy cream
1 tablespoon instant espresso powder
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
6 tablespoons confectioners' sugar, plus more for dusting

Steps:

  • For the dough: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Combine the butter, granulated sugar, salt and water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil and remove from the heat. Add the flour, then return to the heat, mixing vigorously with a wooden spoon until all the flour is incorporated and the mixture forms a ball.
  • Transfer the dough to the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment and mix on the lowest speed until the dough cools and the steam dissipates, about 4 minutes. Add 4 eggs, one at a time, letting each egg become fully incorporated before adding the next. The dough should be shiny, stretchy and slowly fall from a spoon in thick ribbons. If necessary, beat the remaining egg in a small bowl and add a tablespoon at a time until the dough looks correct.
  • Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a 1/2-inch plain tip. Pipe 2-inch mounds onto the prepared baking sheets, about 2 inches apart. Bake until the puffs are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped, about 25 minutes. Prick each puff with a skewer to allow the steam to escape, then remove the puffs to a rack to cool completely.
  • Use a serrated knife to carefully cut the tops off the puffs; reserve the tops.
  • For the cream: Microwave 2 tablespoons of the cream in a small bowl until warm. Add the espresso powder and stir until dissolved; place in the refrigerator to chill.
  • Put the remaining cream in a large bowl, along with the vanilla and 4 tablespoons of the confectioners' sugar. Beat with an electric mixer until the cream just holds stiff peaks.
  • Transfer half of the whipped cream to a piping bag fitted with a 1/2-inch plain or star tip. Pipe half of the puffs full of whipped cream; replace their tops.
  • Add the chilled coffee cream and the remaining 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar to the remaining whipped cream in the bowl; beat until the cream returns to stiff peaks. Transfer to the piping bag (no need to clean in between) and fill the remaining puffs; replace the tops.
  • Dust the cream puffs with confectioners' sugar and serve immediately.

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 PUFFS



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An easy and impressive way to make a great dessert. Whip them up and watch them disappear!

Provided by Shellie Wendel

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (3.5 ounce) packages instant vanilla pudding mix
2 cups heavy cream
1 cup milk
½ cup butter
1 cup water
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup all-purpose flour
4 eggs

Steps:

  • Mix together vanilla instant pudding mix, cream and milk. Cover and refrigerate to set.
  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • In a large pot, bring water and butter to a rolling boil. Stir in flour and salt until the mixture forms a ball. Transfer the dough to a large mixing bowl. Using a wooden spoon or stand mixer, beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto an ungreased baking sheet.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes in the preheated oven, until golden brown. Centers should be dry.
  • When the shells are cool, either split and fill them with the pudding mixture, or use a pastry bag to pipe the pudding into the shells.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189.7 calories, Carbohydrate 15.2 g, Cholesterol 76.9 mg, Fat 13.3 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 230.6 mg, Sugar 8 g

CREAM PUFF DESSERT



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

Provided by LAURIE

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 1 11x15 pan

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup butter
1 cup flour
1 cup water
4 eggs
2 (3 ounce) boxes instant vanilla pudding
1 (12 ounce) container Cool Whip
chocolate syrup, for drizzling

Steps:

  • Bring butter and water to a boil.
  • Add flour and mix until it forms a ball.
  • Cool to room temperature.
  • Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each.
  • Spread in an ungreased 11x15 pan.
  • Bake at 400 degrees for 30 minutes.
  • Cool.
  • Mix puddding according to directions on package.
  • Pour over the base.
  • Top with cool whip.
  • Drizzle with chocolate syrup.
  • Refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 3285.2, Fat 200.3, SaturatedFat 139.5, Cholesterol 1090, Sodium 3474.1, Carbohydrate 333.2, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 238.2, Protein 43.3

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh and high-quality ingredients will make a big difference in the taste of your cream puffs. Use real vanilla extract, not imitation vanilla, and make sure your milk and butter are fresh.
  • Chill the dough before baking: Chilling the dough will help the cream puffs hold their shape in the oven. If you don't have time to chill the dough, you can still bake them, but they may not rise as much.
  • Don't overcook the cream puffs: Cream puffs are done when they are golden brown and firm to the touch. If you overcook them, they will be dry and tough.
  • Let the cream puffs cool completely before filling them: Filling the cream puffs while they are still warm will cause the filling to melt and make the puffs soggy.
  • Use a variety of fillings: Cream puffs can be filled with a variety of fillings, including whipped cream, pastry cream, chocolate mousse, and fruit preserves. Get creative and experiment with different flavors.

Conclusion:

Vanilla cream puffs are a classic dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are relatively easy to make, and they can be customized to suit your own taste. With a little practice, you can make perfect cream puffs that will impress your friends and family.

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