Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Vanilla Custard Cream Squares, a luscious dessert that features a flaky puff pastry base topped with velvety vanilla custard and airy whipped cream. This treat is perfect for celebrations or a cozy night in, offering a melt-in-your-mouth texture and rich vanilla flavor that will leave everyone craving more. With its elegant presentation, this dessert not only tastes divine but also adds sophistication to any table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry (thawed)
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- Powdered sugar (for dusting – optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out thawed puff pastry on a floured surface, cut into squares, and place on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for about 15 minutes until golden brown; cool completely on a wire rack.
- In a saucepan, combine milk, sugar, cornstarch, and egg yolks over medium heat, whisking continuously until thickened. Stir in vanilla extract and let cool slightly.
- Beat heavy whipping cream until soft peaks form; optionally add powdered sugar for sweetness.
- Assemble by placing custard on pastry squares, topping with whipped cream, and dusting with optional powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg