Cream Puff Cake Recipe 🍰✨
This Cream Puff Cake is a delightful dessert that combines the flavors of a cream puff pastry with the ease of a cake. It features a light choux pastry base, creamy filling, and chocolate drizzle.
Ingredients:
For the Choux Pastry Base:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 large eggs
For the Cream Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 large box (5.1 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped (or 1 cup whipped topping)
For the Topping:
- 1 cup whipped topping (or freshly whipped cream)
- 1/4 cup chocolate syrup or melted chocolate for drizzling
Instructions:
- Prepare the Choux Pastry Base:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a medium saucepan, bring the butter and water to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low and add the flour all at once, stirring vigorously until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
- Remove from heat and let it cool for 5 minutes. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until smooth.
- Spread the dough evenly in the prepared baking dish and bake for 25–30 minutes or until golden brown. Allow it to cool completely.
- Make the Cream Filling:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the milk, beating until fully combined.
- Add the pudding mix and beat for 2 minutes until thickened.
- Fold in the whipped cream or whipped topping.
- Assemble the Cake:
- Spread the cream filling evenly over the cooled choux pastry base.
- Top with an additional layer of whipped topping.
- Add the Chocolate Topping:
- Drizzle the chocolate syrup or melted chocolate over the top. Use a spoon or piping bag to create a decorative pattern if desired.
- Chill and Serve:
- Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours or until set.
- Slice into squares and serve cold.
Tips:
- For an extra chocolatey version, use chocolate pudding mix instead of vanilla.
- Garnish with shaved chocolate or fresh fruit for a decorative touch.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Enjoy this dreamy Cream Puff Cake that’s sure to impress! 🎂✨