Description

Indulge in the heavenly delight of Creamy Vanilla Slice with Flaky Puff Pastry, a dessert that effortlessly combines the crispness of flaky pastry with the rich creaminess of vanilla custard. Perfect for any occasion, this elegant treat features layers of golden puff pastry encasing a smooth, velvety custard that melts in your mouth. Whether you’re celebrating a special event or simply treating yourself, this classic dessert will leave your guests raving. Customize it with fresh berries, decadent chocolate drizzle, or a dollop of whipped cream to elevate its flavors and presentation. Easy to make yet impressive to serve, this dessert is sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection.

Ingredients

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2 sheets puff pastry (thawed)
⅔ cup granulated sugar
½ cup cornstarch
¼ tsp kosher salt
3½ cups whole milk (warm)
6 large egg yolks (room temperature)
1 vanilla bean (seeds scraped) or 2 tsp vanilla bean paste
4 tbsp unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
Powdered sugar (for dusting)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line two baking trays with parchment paper.
Roll out puff pastry sheets to about 9×9 inches and prick with a fork. Place on trays and weigh down.
Bake for 35–45 minutes until golden brown and crisp. Let cool completely.
Trim edges to fit an 8×8-inch pan using a serrated knife.
In a saucepan, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and salt; add egg yolks and mix well.
Warm milk in another saucepan until steaming but not boiling.
Slowly add warm milk to the egg mixture while whisking continuously; then combine with remaining warm milk.
Cook over medium heat while whisking until thickened and bubbly (about 5–7 minutes). Remove from heat; stir in vanilla seeds and butter until smooth.
Line the pan with aluminum foil; place one piece of pastry at the bottom, pour custard on top, then add another layer of pastry on top.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before slicing.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: French

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 250
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 80mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 31g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 130mg