Custard Napoleons
Custard Napoleons are a classic French dessert that is sure to impress your guests. This delicious pastry is made up of layers of flaky puff pastry and creamy custard, topped with a dusting of powdered sugar.
To make this delectable dessert, you will need the following ingredients per serving:
- 1 sheet of puff pastry, thawed
- 1/2 cup of milk
- 1/2 cup of heavy cream
- 2 egg yolks
- 1/4 cup of sugar
- 1 tablespoon of cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar for dusting
To begin, preheat your oven to 400°F. Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a floured surface and cut it into 6 equal rectangles. Place the rectangles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
While the pastry is baking, prepare the custard. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Once the pastry has cooled, cut each rectangle in half horizontally to create 12 pieces. Place a dollop of custard on the bottom half of each pastry piece and top with the other half. Dust with powdered sugar and serve immediately.
These Custard Napoleons are a perfect combination of crispy and creamy, with a delicate sweetness that is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. They are a great dessert for any occasion, and are sure to impress your guests with their elegant appearance and delicious taste.
Type: French Pastry
Ingredients: Puff pastry, milk, heavy cream
Taste: Crispy, creamy, delicate sweetness