Cream Puff Sundae Bar

Transform dessert into an interactive experience with this Cream Puff Sundae Bar, the ultimate DIY treat for any celebration! Featuring airy, golden cream puffs made from scratch, this recipe combines the elegance of a classic pastry with the fun of a customizable sundae. Each cream puff is sliced and filled with a generous scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream, then paired with a decadent topping station loaded with hot fudge, caramel sauce, whipped cream, chopped nuts, sprinkles, and maraschino cherries. Easy-to-follow instructions ensure your cream puffs are perfectly baked every time, while the sundae bar setup invites guests to unleash their creativity. Ready in under an hour and serving up to 12, this recipe is perfect for parties, family gatherings, or any time dessert deserves to feel extra special!

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Water
• 8 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon Granulated sugar
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 4 Large eggs
• 1 quart Vanilla ice cream
• 1 cup Hot fudge sauce
• 1 cup Caramel sauce
• 1 can Whipped cream
• 0.5 cup Chopped nuts
• 12 Maraschino cherries
• 0.25 cup Sprinkles

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter, sugar, and salt. Heat over medium until the butter melts and the mixture comes to a rolling boil.

Step 3

Remove the saucepan from the heat and immediately add the flour. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until the mixture comes together and forms a ball.

Step 4

Return the saucepan to low heat and cook the dough for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, to dry it out slightly.

Step 5

Transfer the dough to a mixing bowl. Allow it to cool for 3-5 minutes, then beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. The dough should be smooth and slightly sticky.

Step 6

Spoon or pipe 12 mounds of dough (about 2 inches in diameter) onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them at least 2 inches apart.

Step 7

Bake for 15 minutes at 425°F, then reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cream puffs are golden and puffed up.

Step 8

Remove the cream puffs from the oven and cool completely on a wire rack.

Step 9

Once cool, slice each cream puff in half horizontally with a sharp serrated knife.

Step 10

Fill the bottom half of each cream puff with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, then cover with the top half to create a 'cream puff sandwich.'

Step 11

Arrange the filled cream puffs on a serving platter, and set up the sundae bar with hot fudge sauce, caramel sauce, whipped cream, chopped nuts, maraschino cherries, and sprinkles.

Step 12

Serve immediately, encouraging guests to top their cream puff sundaes as desired!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2601.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6976.1

Total Fat 414.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 227.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.9g
Cholesterol 1786.3mg	0%
Sodium 3244.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 740.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.2g	0%
Total Sugars 551.3g
Protein 96.2g	0%

Vitamin D 322.8IU	0%
Calcium 1738.0mg	0%
Iron 16.2mg	0%
Potassium 3637.1mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.7%

Protein: 5.4%

Carbs: 41.8%