Crispy, golden, lightly sweet, and unbelievably easy to make—this Puff Pastry Bites recipe is perfect when you want to surprise your family, guests, or social media followers.
With just 2 cups (400 ml) of heavy cream and 1 packet of instant pudding mix, you get a silky, fluffy, perfectly stabilized cream filling that tastes heavenly!
Serve it with tea or coffee, at parties, during Ramadan iftar, or anytime you want a quick dessert. This recipe is guaranteed to become your new favorite. 😍
⭐ Why Everyone Loves This Recipe
Cream filling ready in 2 minutes
Almost no risk of failure
Shockingly simple but delicious
Loved by kids and adults
Looks stunning enough to go viral online
🥐 Ingredients
For the Puff Pastry Bites:
1 sheet puff pastry (or as needed)
1 egg, beaten (optional, for brushing)
For the Cream Filling:
2 cups (400 ml) heavy cream
1 packet instant pudding mix (vanilla, banana, caramel, chocolate, etc.)
👩🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Puff Pastry
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Thaw the puff pastry slightly and cut into small squares or circles.
- Brush with egg wash if you want a deeper golden color.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until puffed and golden.
Step 2: Make the Instant Cream Filling (Only 2 Minutes!)
- Add 2 cups of heavy cream to a mixing bowl.
- Pour in 1 packet of instant pudding mix.
- Whisk or beat for 1–2 minutes until thick and fluffy.
- Refrigerate for 5 minutes to help it set.
Step 3: Assemble the Bites
- Once the puff pastry cools, gently open the center.
- Fill with the pudding cream using a piping bag or spoon.
- Top with powdered sugar, chocolate chips, berries, or caramel drizzle (optional).
✨ Tips & Variations
Switch up the flavor using strawberry, chocolate, or coconut pudding mix.
Puff pastry can also be cooked in an air fryer (8–10 minutes).
Add 2 tbsp cream cheese to the filling for a richer texture.
Bake the pastry shells ahead of time and fill just before serving.
🍰 Storage
Filled pastry bites stay fresh in the fridge for 24 hours.
Unfilled pastry shells can be stored for up to 3 days.