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cream puff cake

Cream Puff Cake: 7 Reasons You’ll Love This Dreamy Dessert


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delightful cake inspired by cream puffs, featuring layers of creamy filling and light pastry.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup water
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup chocolate sauce (for drizzling)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a saucepan, combine water and butter; bring to a boil.
  3. Add flour and stir until the mixture forms a ball.
  4. Remove from heat and let cool for a few minutes.
  5. Beat in eggs one at a time until smooth.
  6. Spoon the mixture onto a baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown.
  8. Let cool completely.
  9. Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
  10. Slice the baked puffs in half and fill them with cream.
  11. Drizzle with chocolate sauce before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure the puffs are completely cool before filling.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge.
  • Use any flavor of cream you prefer.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: cream puff cake, dessert, French dessert, pastry