Creamy Vanilla Slice with Flaky Puff Pastry
Indulge in the delightful Creamy Vanilla Slice with Flaky Puff Pastry, a dessert that perfectly balances rich, velvety custard filling with light, flaky pastry. This elegant treat is not only a feast for the senses but also an impressive centerpiece for any gathering. Each slice offers a melt-in-your-mouth experience, thanks to the exquisite layers of puff pastry and creamy vanilla goodness. Perfect for celebrations or simply as a sweet treat to enjoy at home, this homemade delicacy will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 sheets of 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)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line two baking trays with parchment paper.
- Roll out the puff pastry slightly and prick all over with a fork. Place on trays and cover with another sheet of parchment and a second tray on top.
- Bake for 35-45 minutes until golden brown. Let cool completely.
- Trim edges of baked pastry to fit an 8×8-inch square pan.
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Add egg yolks and mix well.
- Warm milk in another saucepan until steaming but not boiling.
- Gradually incorporate warm milk into the egg mixture while whisking continuously.
- Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat until thickened (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in vanilla seeds and cold butter until fully melted and combined.
- Line the square pan with foil, place one piece of puff pastry at the bottom, pour custard over it evenly, then add another layer of puff pastry on top.
- Cover tightly and refrigerate for at least four hours or overnight before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (70g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 115mg