Custard Slice
Custard Slice is a classic layered dessert made with crisp puff pastry and a rich, creamy vanilla custard filling, topped with a light dusting of powdered sugar or glaze. This easy custard slice recipe delivers a perfect balance of flaky and smooth textures, making it an elegant yet simple treat for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15–20 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 6–8 slices
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 sheets puff pastry
- 2 cups milk
- 4 egg yolks
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp butter
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
- Icing glaze (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Place puff pastry sheets on the tray and prick lightly with a fork.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes until golden and crisp. Let cool completely.
- Heat milk in a saucepan until just below boiling.
- In a bowl, whisk egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Gradually whisk hot milk into the egg mixture.
- Return mixture to saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and butter. Let cool slightly.
- Place one pastry sheet in a lined dish. Spread custard evenly over it.
- Top with the second pastry sheet.
- Refrigerate for 3–4 hours until fully set.
- Dust with powdered sugar or add icing glaze before slicing.
Notes
Stir custard constantly to prevent lumps.Allow pastry to cool fully before assembling.Chill thoroughly for clean slicing.Use a sharp knife and wipe between cuts for neat portions.
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