Cream Puff Gateau Recipe

This elegant Cream Puff Gateau, originally featured in Sunset Magazine, is a showstopper! Layers of light and airy choux pastry are filled with creamy whipped topping, sweet preserves, and toasted coconut. Impress your guests with this beautiful and delicious dessert – perfect for special occasions or a weekend treat.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 455.2 kcal
Protein 14g
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Ingredients for Cream Puff Gateau

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How to Make Cream Puff Gateau

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease 3 large baking sheets with butter and set aside.
  2. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter with 1 cup water.
  3. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, stirring constantly.
  4. Reduce heat to low and immediately add 1 1/2 cups flour, 1/2 cup sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon salt all at once.
  5. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until the mixture forms a smooth ball that pulls away from the sides of the pan, about 1 minute.
  6. Remove from heat.
  7. Add eggs one at a time, beating vigorously with a wooden spoon or electric mixer until each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. The mixture may appear to separate at first.
  8. Continue beating until the dough comes together into a smooth paste.
  9. Divide the dough evenly among the 3 prepared baking sheets.
  10. Using a spatula or piping bag, spread the dough into 8-inch circles (or desired shape).
  11. Bake for 20 minutes, then reduce oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake until golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes more.
  12. Transfer the pastry layers to wire racks to cool completely.
  13. Meanwhile, spread 1 cup of shredded coconut on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) until lightly toasted, about 10 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  14. In a large bowl, beat 2 cups of cold heavy cream with an electric mixer until soft peaks form.
  15. Add 1/4 cup powdered sugar and beat until combined.
  16. Spread 1 tablespoon of preserves on each pastry layer.
  17. Top each layer with 1/3 of the whipped cream and 1/3 of the toasted coconut.
  18. Carefully stack the layers to create the gateau.
  19. Slice with a serrated knife and serve immediately or chill for later.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

25g

Fat

123g

Carbs

7g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cream Puff Gateau?

Cream Puff Gateau takes about 105 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 75 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cream Puff Gateau?

Cream Puff Gateau has approximately 455.2 calories per serving, with about 14 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 58 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cream Puff Gateau?

The key ingredients for Cream Puff Gateau are Butter, All Purpose Flour, Sugar, Salt, Eggs, Unsweetened Flaked Coconut. See the full list with measurements above.

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