Description
This Easy Cream Puff Cake brings all the charm of classic cream puffs in a simplified, shareable format. With layers of crisp puff pastry and a creamy vanilla filling, it’s a no-fuss dessert that feels elegant but is incredibly easy to prepare. Perfect for holidays, potlucks, or a special family treat.
Ingredients
2 sheets puff pastry, thawed
1 box instant vanilla pudding mix (5.1 oz)
2 cups whole milk
1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
4 oz cream cheese (optional)
Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Bake pastry sheets: Place each puff pastry sheet on a baking sheet. Prick all over with a fork. Bake 12–15 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely.
- Make filling: In a bowl, whisk pudding mix and milk until thickened. In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream to soft peaks. If using, beat cream cheese until smooth and combine with pudding. Fold whipped cream into pudding mixture.
- Assemble cake: Place one pastry sheet in a 9×13-inch dish. Spread cream mixture evenly on top. Add second pastry sheet and press gently.
- Chill at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Chill Time: 4 hours minimum
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts