Description
Silky smooth Classic Vanilla Custard Square promises pure pastry perfection from French bakery traditions. Delicate layers of buttery puff pastry cradle rich vanilla custard, inviting you to savor each heavenly bite with delightful culinary elegance.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 610 grams (2 ½ cups) milk
- 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed
- 65 grams (½ cup) custard powder
- 55 grams (¼ cup) caster sugar
Icing Ingredients:
- 500 grams (2 ½ cups) icing sugar mixture
- 50–75 grams (4–5 tablespoons) water
- 1–2 drops pink food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the pastry foundation by heating the oven to 180°C, ensuring an even, golden-brown bake for the delicate sheets.
- Pierce the pastry with a fork to prevent uneven rising, then layer with protective parchment and weighted tray to maintain a crisp, flat surface.
- Bake until the pastry achieves a rich, golden hue, then allow complete cooling to room temperature.
- Precision-trim the pastry sheets to perfectly match the 20cm square baking tin, creating a smooth, professional base.
- Carefully position the first pastry layer into the meticulously prepared tin, creating a sturdy foundation for the creamy filling.
- Craft the luscious custard by dissolving custard powder in a portion of milk, creating a smooth, lump-free mixture.
- Gradually incorporate remaining milk and sugar, heating and whisking constantly to develop a velvety, thick consistency that coats the back of a spoon.
- Allow the custard to cool slightly, covering with plastic wrap to prevent skin formation and maintain its silky texture.
- Gently spread the cooled custard across the pastry base, ensuring an even, luxurious layer that will delight the palate.
- Crown the creation with the second pastry sheet, creating a delicate sandwich of crisp and creamy textures.
- Prepare the finishing glaze by sifting icing sugar into a pristine bowl, transforming it into a glossy, smooth topping.
- Gradually introduce water, stirring until the icing reaches a perfectly spreadable consistency, adding optional food coloring for visual appeal.
- Lavishly coat the top with the prepared icing, then refrigerate to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set completely.
- When ready to serve, employ a serrated knife for an initial gentle cut through the top layer, followed by a decisive press to create clean, elegant slices.
Notes
- Ensure pastry is evenly pricked to prevent uneven rising and create a crisp, golden base that supports the creamy custard layer.
- Use room temperature ingredients for smoother custard texture and prevent lumps when mixing milk and custard powder.
- Whisk continuously while cooking custard to achieve a silky, thick consistency without burning or creating unwanted skin on top.
- Allow custard to cool slightly before spreading to prevent melting the past
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 352
- Sugar: 43g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg