Cream Puff Cake – Winner

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Servings: 12 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A decadent no-bake style dessert featuring crispy choux pastry layers topped with rich vanilla pudding and whipped topping.
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Cream Puff Cake – Winner

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 12 Calories: 176.2

Description

This Cream Puff Cake is a crowd-pleasing dessert that combines the delicate texture of homemade choux pastry with the lush richness of vanilla pudding. The base is made from a simple dough of water, margarine, flour, and eggs, baked into crisp, airy puffs that form a sturdy crust. Once cooled, it is smothered in a thick, creamy layer of instant vanilla pudding mixed with cream cheese for extra tang and stability. Finished with a cloud of Cool Whip and a drizzle of chocolate syrup, this dessert offers a perfect balance of crunchy and creamy textures. It is an ideal treat for potlucks, family gatherings, or whenever you crave a sweet, comforting finale to a meal.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC).
  2. In a medium saucepan, bring the water and margarine to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Remove the saucepan from heat and immediately stir in the flour until a smooth dough forms and pulls away from the sides.
  4. Let the dough cool for a few minutes, then beat in the eggs one at a time until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
  5. Spread the dough evenly into an ungreased 9x13-inch baking pan.
  6. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crisp.
  7. Remove from the oven and allow the crust to cool completely in the pan.
  8. While the crust cools, prepare the pudding filling by mixing the two boxes of instant vanilla pudding with the softened cream cheese and 3 cups of milk until smooth and thick.
  9. Once the crust is cool, spread the pudding mixture evenly over the top of the baked layer.
  10. Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour, or until the pudding layer is completely set.
  11. Just before serving, top with Cool Whip and drizzle generously with chocolate syrup.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 176.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9.6g15%
Saturated Fat 3.0g15%
Cholesterol 124.3mg42%
Sodium 127.1mg6%
Total Carbohydrate 15.6g6%
Dietary Fiber 0.5g2%
Sugars 0.4g
Protein 6.4g13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: cake, cream puff, choux pastry, pudding, dessert, vanilla, chocolate syrup, cool whip, cream cheese, baking, easy dessert, potluck, layered cake, no bake filling, family friendly, comfort food, pastry, sweet treat, instant pudding, party dessert
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