Description
This Cream Puff Cake is the perfect dessert for any occasion! Featuring a light pastry crust, a rich vanilla cream filling, and a whipped topping drizzled with chocolate, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s simple to make and absolutely irresistible. Add this to your dessert rotation today!
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 1 cup water
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 eggs
For the Filling:
- 8 ounces cream cheese (very soft)
- 2 small boxes (3.9 oz each) instant vanilla pudding
- 3 1/2 cups milk
For the Topping:
- 8 ounces whipped topping (defrosted)
- 1/4 cup chocolate syrup
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a saucepan, boil water, butter, and salt. Remove from heat and pour into a mixing bowl.
- Add flour and stir until the dough forms a ball, or mix with an electric mixer until smooth.
- Allow the dough to cool for 10 minutes, then beat in eggs until thick and smooth with a satin sheen.
- Spread dough into the greased pan and bake at 450°F for 15 minutes. Prick puffed-up areas with a knife and reduce heat to 350°F. Bake for another 20 minutes.
- Let the crust cool for 30-45 minutes before adding the filling.
- Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Whisk pudding mix and milk together, then combine with the cream cheese. Spread filling over the crust.
- Top with whipped topping and drizzle with chocolate syrup. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
- Allow the crust to cool completely before adding the filling to ensure proper texture and layering.
- Use very soft cream cheese for smoother mixing. Minor lumps won’t impact the dessert’s flavor or texture.
- Start with a light drizzle of chocolate syrup; you can always add more later.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days for the best taste and texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American