Best 5 Vanilla Cream Puff Dessert Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our vanilla cream puff dessert, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This exquisite dessert showcases a delicate choux pastry shell, filled with a velvety smooth vanilla cream, and topped with a luscious chocolate ganache. Embark on a step-by-step adventure as we guide you through the creation of this extraordinary dish, ensuring each layer reaches its full potential. Additionally, discover variations that elevate the classic vanilla cream puff to new heights, including a luscious chocolate cream filling and a refreshing lemon curd filling. Prepare to impress your loved ones with this remarkable dessert that combines timeless techniques with modern flair.

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

EASY CREAM PUFF DESSERT



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If you are fan of cream puffs you are going to LOVE this Easy Cream Puff Dessert. It's a seriously impressive but incredibly easy make-ahead dessert that is a great choice for any gathering.

Provided by Valerie Brunmeier

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup water
½ cup butter
1 cup all purpose flour
4 eggs
8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
4 cups milk (divided)
3 (3.4 ounce) packages Instant French Vanilla Pudding ( (see recipe note below))
8 ounces whipped topping (defrosted (like Cool Whip))
chocolate syrup (as needed (like Hershey's))

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly coat a 13- x 9-inch baking pan with non-stick cooking spray.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364 kcal, Carbohydrate 39 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Cholesterol 102 mg, Sodium 353 mg, Sugar 28 g, ServingSize 1 serving

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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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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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.

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

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use heavy cream instead of milk in the pastry cream.
  • If you don't have a pastry bag, you can use a ziplock bag with the corner snipped off.
  • To make sure the cream puffs are cooked through, insert a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean, they are done.
  • Let the cream puffs cool completely before filling them.
  • For a lighter filling, whip the cream before folding it into the pastry cream.
  • Garnish the cream puffs with fresh fruit, chocolate shavings, or powdered sugar before serving.

Conclusion:

Vanilla cream puffs are a classic dessert that is both delicious and elegant. They are perfect for any special occasion, or for a simple treat. With a little time and effort, you can make these delicious pastries at home. So next time you are looking for a sweet treat, give vanilla cream puffs a try. You won't be disappointed!

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