Mock Cream Puff Delight
Indulge in the whimsical charm of "Mock Cream Puff Delight," a deceptively simple dessert that captures all the elegance of classic cream puffs without the hassle of choux pastry. This quick and easy recipe transforms flaky puff pastry squares into golden, buttery shells, perfectly paired with a luscious cream filling made from whipped heavy cream and instant vanilla pudding. With just 20 minutes of prep time and 15 minutes of baking, this treat is perfect for entertaining or satisfying sweet cravings. Lightly dusted with powdered sugar for a delicate finish, these mini delights are as eye-catching as they are delicious. Whether served fresh or chilled, "Mock Cream Puff Delight" promises to bring gourmet flair to your table with minimal effort. Keywords: mock cream puff recipe, easy cream puff dessert, puff pastry cream puffs, quick dessert ideas, vanilla cream filling dessert.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 sheets Puff pastry sheets
- 1 cup Heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 packet Instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1.5 cups Cold milk
- 1 piece Egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon Water (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Unroll the puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface. Cut each sheet into 16 equal squares, yielding 32 squares in total.
In a small bowl, combine the egg and water to make an egg wash. Lightly brush the tops of each puff pastry square with the egg wash.
Place the pastry squares onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving a small gap between each square.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the pastry squares are puffed and golden brown. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely on a wire rack.
While the pastry cools, prepare the cream filling. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk. Whisk until the mixture thickens, about 2 minutes.
In a separate large bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar using an electric mixer until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the prepared pudding mixture into the whipped cream. Stir in the vanilla extract until fully combined.
Using a sharp knife, carefully slice each puff pastry square in half horizontally to create a top and bottom layer.
Spoon or pipe the cream filling onto the bottom layer of each pastry square, then place the top layer back on.
Lightly dust the assembled cream puffs with powdered sugar using a fine sieve.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 4 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1802 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 128.4 g | 165% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.2 g | 321% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 456 mg | 152% | |
| Sodium | 1093 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 118.2 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 60.9 g | ||
| Protein | 25.2 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.7 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 501 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 724 mg | 15% | |
*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.
