Cream Puff Squares
Indulge in the luscious layers of **Cream Puff Squares**, a show-stopping dessert that combines the airy elegance of choux pastry with a creamy, decadent filling. This easy-to-make treat starts with a light and golden choux pastry base, topped with a velvety blend of cream cheese and vanilla pudding, and finished with a fluffy layer of whipped topping. A delicate drizzle of rich chocolate adds the perfect touch of decadence to every bite. Ideal for parties, potlucks, or a crowd-pleasing family dessert, this recipe comes together with minimal effort and delivers bakery-quality flavor. Whether you're a cream puff enthusiast or simply looking for a no-fuss dessert, these Cream Puff Squares promise to delight both the eyes and the taste buds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 large eggs
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 2 packages instant vanilla pudding mix
- 3 cups milk
- 8 ounces whipped topping
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the butter and water. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly until the butter is melted.
Add the flour all at once and stir vigorously until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the saucepan. Remove from heat.
Let the mixture cool slightly for about 5 minutes, then beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition until a smooth dough forms.
Spread the dough evenly in the prepared baking pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown. Allow the choux pastry to cool completely.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the instant vanilla pudding mix and milk, and beat until combined and creamy.
Spread the pudding mixture evenly over the cooled choux pastry base.
Gently spread the whipped topping over the pudding layer, ensuring even coverage. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
For the chocolate drizzle, melt the chocolate chips and heavy cream together in a small heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water, stirring until smooth.
Drizzle the melted chocolate over the chilled dessert. Cut into squares and serve cold.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5427 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 360.7 g | 462% | |
| Saturated Fat | 212.6 g | 1063% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1557 mg | 519% | |
| Sodium | 3876 mg | 169% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 475.8 g | 173% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.3 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 321.2 g | ||
| Protein | 98.7 g | 197% | |
| Vitamin D | 15.6 mcg | 78% | |
| Calcium | 1602 mg | 123% | |
| Iron | 17.6 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 2872 mg | 61% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
