Creamy Vanilla Slice with Flaky Puff Pastry
If you’re in search of a dessert that combines elegance with simple preparation, look no further than this Creamy Vanilla Slice with Flaky Puff Pastry. With its layers of buttery puff pastry and rich vanilla custard, this delightful treat offers a perfect balance of textures and flavors. Ideal for family gatherings or a cozy night in, this recipe allows you to prepare it ahead of time, ensuring you can relax and enjoy the moment. Just dust with powdered sugar before serving for an elegant finish that will impress everyone at the table. Once you take a bite, you’ll understand why this dessert holds a special place in many hearts!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 9 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 sheets of puff pastry (thawed)
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- 3 1/2 cups whole milk (warm)
- 6 large egg yolks (room temperature)
- Seeds from 1 vanilla bean or 2 tsp vanilla bean paste
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line baking trays with parchment paper.
- Roll out puff pastry to about 9×9 inches and prick with a fork. Place on trays, cover with parchment, and weigh down.
- Bake for 35-45 minutes until golden brown. Cool completely.
- Trim edges to fit an 8×8-inch square pan.
- Whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a saucepan.
- Warm milk in another saucepan over medium heat.
- Gradually mix warm milk into egg mixture to temper eggs.
- Return mixture to heat and cook until thickened, stirring constantly.
- Stir in vanilla seeds and butter until melted.
- Layer one puff pastry sheet in the pan, pour custard over it, then top with another sheet.
- Cover tightly and refrigerate for at least four hours or overnight before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 130mg