This French Vanilla Slice Mille-Feuilles recipe is a delicious and elegant dessert that will transport you to a cafe in Paris. Layers of flaky puff pastry, creamy vanilla custard, and a sweet glaze come together to create a treat that is truly irresistible. Perfect for special occasions or just when you want to treat yourself to something special.
Ingredients
- 1 package of frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 4 egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
- Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out puff pastry sheets on a floured surface and cut into 3-inch squares.
- Place pastry squares on the prepared baking sheet and prick with a fork.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and puffed up. Let cool.
- In a saucepan, heat milk until almost boiling. In a separate bowl, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, egg yolks, and vanilla extract.
- Slowly pour hot milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly. Return mixture to the saucepan and cook until thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in butter. Let cool slightly.
- Spread custard over one sheet of puff pastry and top with another sheet. Repeat with remaining pastry and custard.
- Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract to make a glaze. Drizzle over the top of the pastry.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
The word 'mille-feuilles' means 'thousand leaves' in French, referring to the many layers of pastry in this dessert.
Mille-feuilles is a classic French pastry that is often served in elegant cafes and patisseries.
This dessert is known for its delicate layers and creamy filling, making it a favorite among dessert lovers.