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Easy Cream Puff Cake Recipe

Easy Cream Puff Cake Recipe
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A show-stopping yet simple dessert combining light and airy homemade cream puffs with a luscious custard and whipped cream filling. Perfect for family gatherings, special occasions, or casual treats, this Easy Cream Puff Cake delivers creamy texture and delightful sweetness with minimal fuss.

Ingredients

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For the Cream Puffs Dough

  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free option)
  • 4 large eggs

For the Custard Filling

  • 2 cups milk
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

For the Whipped Cream

  • 1 cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cream Puffs: Bring water and butter to a boil in a saucepan. Quickly stir in flour until a dough forms. Remove from heat and beat in eggs one at a time until smooth and glossy. Pipe or spoon the dough onto a baking sheet and bake until puffed and golden brown.
  2. Make the Custard Filling: In a saucepan, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and milk. Cook over medium heat until thickened. Remove from heat, then stir in vanilla extract and butter. Let the custard cool completely.
  3. Whip the Cream: Beat heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cooled custard to create a silky and airy filling.
  4. Assemble the Cake: Slice baked cream puffs in half horizontally. Layer the bottom halves in a dish, spoon the custard mixture over them, then top with the cream puff tops. Repeat layering if desired, and finish with a generous layer of whipped cream on top.
  5. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for at least a few hours or overnight to let the custard soak into the cream puffs and allow flavors to meld perfectly before serving.

Notes

  • Add eggs gradually and fully incorporate to ensure smooth dough that rises well.
  • Cool custard completely before folding in whipped cream to avoid runny filling.
  • Use a piping bag for uniform cream puffs with elegant appearance.
  • Chill the assembled cake before serving so the puffs absorb the custard properly.
  • Use fresh, high-quality butter, cream, and vanilla for the best flavor and richness.

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Keywords: cream puff cake, easy dessert, custard filling, whipped cream, homemade cream puffs, creamy dessert, gluten-free dessert

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