Cream Puff Dessert

Cream Puff Dessert

1 cup water
1/2 cup butter
1 cup all-purpose flour
4 eggs

Filling:
1 package (8 oz.) cream cheese, softened
3 1/2 cups cold milk
2 packages (3.9 ounces each) instant chocolate pudding mix

Topping:
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
1/4 cup chocolate ice cream topping
1/4 cup caramel ice cream topping
1/3 cup chopped almonds

In a large saucepan, bring the water and butter to a boil over medium heat. Add flour all at once; stir untila smooth ball forms. Remove from heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Continue beating until mixture is smooth and shiny.

Spread into a greased 13x9 inch baking dish. Bake at 400*F for 30-35 minutes or until puffed and golden brown. Remove to wire rack to cool completely.

For filling, beat the cream cheese, milk and pudding mix in a large bowl until smooth. Spread over the puff; refriderate for 20 minutes.

Spread with whipped topping; refrigerate until serving. Drizzle with the chocolate and caramel toppings; sprinkle with the almonds. Refrigerate leftovers. Makes 12 servings.