Learn how to make tasty pastry (and cream puff filling!) from scratch.
Our Best Recipes for Cream Puffs
Updated on Mar. 14, 2023
State Fair Cream Puffs
The Wisconsin Bakers Association has served this cream puff recipe at our state fair since 1924. I have to say it’s my favorite state fair food—even over funnel cakes! —Ruth Jungbluth, Dodgeville, Wisconsin
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Peach Cream Puffs
Total Time
1 hour 20 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
On a sizzling day, we crave something light, airy and cool. Nothing says summer like cream puffs stuffed with peaches and whipped cream. —Angela Benedict, Dunbar, West Virginia
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Mini Cream Puffs
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
about 2-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe is quick and easy to whip up, and the kids will love it! They are perfect to pack for a picnic or to have as a snack for family game night. I guarantee you can't eat just one—they are so addictive and perfect for satisfying any sweet tooth! —Jennifer Erwin, Reynoldsburg, Ohio
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Eggnog Cream Puffs
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
about 2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
If you want to receive rave reviews and recipe requests, combine two Christmas classics: eggnog and cream puffs. When it comes to Santa, this recipe goes on the “nice” list! —Kristen Heigl, Staten Island, New York
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Spiced Pumpkin Ice Cream Puffs
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
32 cream puffs
From the Recipe Creator:
This extraordinary dessert showcases homemade pumpkin ice cream and cream puffs. The effort is worthwhile…and you can make the parts ahead of time for easy assembly later.—Richard Lasher, Stuarts Draft, Virginia
7/12
Vanilla Cream Puff Dessert
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
15 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Inspired by classic cream puffs, this recipe is a wonderful treat. I’ve served it at Cub Scout banquets, birthday parties and holidays. I’m a regular baker, and this dessert is one of my all-time favorites. —Denise Wahl, Homer Glen, Illinois
8/12
Creme de Menthe Cream Puff Tree
Total Time
1 hour 55 min
Servings
60 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A tower of creme de menthe-flavored puffs makes a spectacular centerpiece for your dessert table. Guests will have this sumptuous pyramid deconstructed in no time at all! —Agnes Ward, Stratford, Ontario
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Lemon Cream Puffs
Total Time
50 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The fluffy filling for these light crisp shells has a delectable citrus flavor. —Doreen Martin, Kitimat, British Columbia
10/12
Java Cream Puffs
Total Time
55 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These fun and fancy goodies have chopped pecans in the puffs and mouthwatering mocha cream filling. Guests will be impressed. —Iola Egle, Bella Vista, Arkansas
11/12
Cream Puff Dessert
Total Time
50 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I took this rich dessert to a fellowship meeting at our church. Everyone loved it! In fact, so many people asked for the recipe that the church secretary printed it in our monthly newsletter. —Lisa Nash, Blaine, Minnesota
12/12
Spiced Peach Puffs
Total Time
1 hour 35 min
Servings
3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
We always made cream puffs for special occasions when I was growing up in our family of seven. Sometimes we used a custard filling, but this version with whipped cream and peaches is the best. —Agnes Ward, Stratford, Ontario
