Best 5 Italian Cream Puff Cake Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our Italian Cream Puff Cake, a masterpiece that tantalizes taste buds with its symphony of flavors and textures. This delectable dessert combines airy cream puffs, a velvety custard filling, and a rich chocolate ganache, resulting in an explosion of sweet sensations. As you embark on this baking adventure, you'll discover a collection of carefully curated recipes that guide you through each step of creating this heavenly treat. From mastering the delicate choux pastry for the cream puffs to crafting the luscious custard filling and the decadent chocolate ganache, you'll gain the skills and knowledge to impress your loved ones with this showstopping dessert.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ITALIAN CREAM CAKE II



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Very delicious cake!

Provided by Cyndi

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 16

½ cup margarine, softened
½ cup shortening
2 cups white sugar
5 egg yolks
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ⅓ cups flaked coconut
1 cup chopped pecans
5 egg whites
8 ounces cream cheese
½ cup margarine, softened
4 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour three 8 inch round cake pans.
  • Beat egg whites until they form stiff peaks.
  • In a large bowl, cream 1/2 cup margarine and shortening till light. Add white sugar, and beat till fluffy. Beat in egg yolks. Stir together flour and baking soda, and add alternately with buttermilk into the creamed mixture; mix well after each addition. Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla, coconut, and 1 cup pecans. Fold in stiffly beaten egg whites. Spoon into prepared pans.
  • Bake for 25 to 40 minutes. Cool in pans for 10 minutes. Remove to wire rack to cool completely.
  • Combine cream cheese, 1/2 cup margarine, confectioners' sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla in mixer bowl. Beat till smooth. Add coconut if desired. Frost the cooled cake. The remaining 1/2 cup pecans can be stirred into frosting or sprinkled onto the cake after it is frosted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 967.2 calories, Carbohydrate 116.8 g, Cholesterol 128.4 mg, Fat 53.3 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 10.3 g, SaturatedFat 15.3 g, Sodium 489.9 mg, Sugar 93 g

CREAM PUFF CAKE



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A co-worker of mine brought this into work today and I had to share the recipe! It's like a giant eclair!

Provided by yooper

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup water
1/2 cup butter
1 cup all-purpose flour
4 eggs
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
4 cups milk
3 (3 1/2 ounce) packages instant vanilla pudding
1 (12 ounce) container Cool Whip
1/4 cup chocolate syrup

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • In a large heavy suacepan, heat butter and water to boiling over medium-high heat.
  • Add flour and reduce heat to low.
  • Cook and stir until it forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
  • Remove from heat and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Beat in eggs, one at a time, beating well after each egg.
  • Spread in bottom and up the sides of an ungreased 9x13 inch pan.
  • Bake at 400 degrees for 35 minutes.
  • Cool completely.
  • To make the filling: In a large bowl, combine cream cheese and milk and beat until smooth.
  • Add pudding mix and beat until thickened.
  • Spread over cooled shell.
  • Top with whipped topping, and drizzle chocolate syrup over the top.

INCREDIBLY DELICIOUS ITALIAN CREAM CAKE



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This is an old recipe from my aunt. It is both famous and infamous in our family. It is absolutely irresistible.

Provided by Rory

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ cup butter
½ cup shortening
2 cups white sugar
5 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup flaked coconut
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 cups all-purpose flour
8 ounces cream cheese
½ cup butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons light cream
½ cup chopped walnuts
1 cup sweetened flaked coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease three 9 inch round cake pans. In a small bowl, dissolve the baking soda in the buttermilk; set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream together 1/2 cup butter, shortening and white sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the eggs, buttermilk mixture, 1 teaspoon vanilla, 1 cup coconut, baking powder and flour. Stir until just combined. Pour batter into the prepared pans.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool.
  • To Make Frosting: In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, 1/2 cup butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla and confectioners' sugar. Beat until light and fluffy. Mix in a small amount of cream to attain the desired consistency. Stir in chopped nuts and remaining flaked coconut. Spread between layers and on top and sides of cooled cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 766.7 calories, Carbohydrate 98 g, Cholesterol 139.8 mg, Fat 39.7 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 8.2 g, SaturatedFat 20.4 g, Sodium 397.2 mg, Sugar 78.5 g

CREAM PUFF CAKE



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With its light, golden crust and yummy filling, this creamy cake is a definite crowd-pleaser. Everyone will ask for seconds. -Kim Wallace, Dennison, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup water
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1 cup all-purpose flour
4 eggs
FILLING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
2-1/2 cups 2% milk
3 packages (3.3 ounces each) instant white chocolate or vanilla pudding mix
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. In a large saucepan, bring water and butter to a boil. Add flour all at once and stir until a smooth ball forms. Remove from heat; let stand 5 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Continue beating until smooth and shiny., Transfer to a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake 22-26 minutes or until puffed and golden brown. Cool completely on a wire rack. , For filling, in a large bowl, beat cream cheese, milk and pudding mixes until smooth. Spread over crust; refrigerate 20 minutes. Spread with whipped topping. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 288 calories, Fat 16g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 92mg cholesterol, Sodium 397mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CREAM PUFF CAKE



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Like a giant eclair. Filled with creamy cream cheese cream filling, and drizzled with chocolate syrup.

Provided by BUCHKO

Categories     Desserts     Cakes

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup water
½ cup butter
1 cup all-purpose flour
4 eggs
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
4 cups milk
3 (3.5 ounce) packages instant vanilla pudding mix
1 (12 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
¼ cup chocolate syrup

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • In a large heavy saucepan, heat butter and water to boiling over medium-high heat. Add flour and reduce heat to low. Cook and stir until it forms a ball and pulls away from the pan. Remove from heat and transfer to a large bowl. Beat in eggs, one at a time, beating well after each egg.
  • Spread in bottom and up the sides of an ungreased 9x13 inch pan. Bake at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 35 minutes. Cool completely.
  • To make the filling: In a large bowl, combine cream cheese and milk and beat until smooth. Add pudding mix and beat until thickened. Spread over cooled shell. Top with whipped topping, and drizzle chocolate syrup over the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216 calories, Carbohydrate 22.8 g, Cholesterol 54.7 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 265.9 mg, Sugar 16 g

Tips:

  • Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting, as this helps them blend more smoothly.
  • When making the custard filling, whisk constantly to prevent lumps from forming.
  • If you don't have a pastry bag, you can use a zip-top bag with the corner snipped off to pipe the cream filling.
  • When assembling the cake, place the cream puffs close together to create a cohesive structure.
  • Chill the cake for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Conclusion:

The Italian cream puff cake is a delightful dessert that combines the delicate flavors of cream puffs and custard filling. Its elegant appearance and rich taste make it perfect for special occasions or as a weekend treat. With careful attention to detail and following the recipe's instructions, you can create a stunning and delicious Italian cream puff cake that will impress your family and friends. Indulge in the creamy custard filling, flaky pastry, and rich chocolate ganache, and enjoy a taste of Italian culinary excellence.

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