Cream Puff Dessert

If you can’t find French Vanilla Pudding you can substitute regular vanilla and add ½ teaspoon vanilla extract. It is also delicious prepared with a variety of different flavored puddings – Cheesecake, White Chocolate, or Coconut Cream are great choices.PUFF PASTRY
I like this dessert best when it has chilled for 2 to 4 hours. Chilling it overnight will soften the crust a bit but it is still wonderful.

NUTRITION

Calories: 364 kcal · Carbohydrates: 39 g · Protein: 7 g · Fat: 19 g · Saturated

Fat: 12 g · Cholesterol: 102 mg · Sodium: 353 mg · Potassium: 191 mg

· Sugar: 28 g · Vitamin A: 665 IU

· Vitamin C: 0.2 mg · Calcium: 140 mg · Iron: 0.9 mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated using generic ingredients, and is an estimate not a guarantee. For more accurate results, please refer to the labels on your ingredients at home.

Variations
This Cream Puff Dessert is incredibly flexible. For a chocolatey version, use chocolate pudding instead of vanilla and top with chocolate ganache. Fruit lovers can try strawberry or banana pudding layered with fresh fruit. For extra crunch, mix in toasted nuts like almonds or pecans between the pudding and whipped topping layers.

Healthier swaps include sugar-free pudding, light cream cheese, and low-fat whipped topping. For a decadent twist, add mini chocolate chips or crushed cookies to the pudding. Experiment with different syrups like caramel or raspberry instead of chocolate for a fun change.

Seasonal variations keep this dessert exciting year-round. Try pumpkin spice pudding in fall, peppermint during the holidays, or coconut pudding with pineapple syrup for summer. The base recipe works with nearly any flavor combination, so get creative with your favorite ingredients.

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