Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions for Vanilla Custard Puff Pastry Cake
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out thawed puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick and transfer to the prepared baking sheet.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the milk, sugar, and vanilla extract, stirring until warm.
- Whisk egg yolks and cornstarch together in a separate bowl, then slowly add the warm milk mixture while whisking to avoid curdling.
- Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring continuously until thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Pour the thickened custard into the center of the rolled puff pastry and spread evenly, folding pastry edges over the custard.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove from oven, let cool for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before dusting with powdered sugar.
- Top with fresh berries before serving.
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Notes
Ensure ingredients like milk and egg yolks are at room temperature for better blending. The cake can be served warm or chilled.
