Baked Custard Slice
Indulge in the creamy nostalgia of a classic *Baked Custard Slice*, a dessert that combines the buttery flakiness of puff pastry with the rich, velvety smoothness of homemade custard. This irresistible treat is crafted with layers of golden, crisp puff pastry sandwiching a luscious filling made from full cream milk, thickened cream, and the warm undertones of vanilla bean paste. The custard is thickened to perfection with a blend of cornflour and plain flour, whisked with eggs and sweetened with caster sugar for a silky finish. Topped with a dusting of icing sugar, this no-fail recipe creates a picture-perfect dessert that’s as delightful to serve as it is to eat. Whether it’s a special occasion or a simple craving for something sweet, this custard slice will transport you to dessert heaven with every bite. Ready to make in under an hour and serving 8, it's an elegant yet approachable recipe for custard lovers and pastry enthusiasts alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 whole Puff Pastry Sheets
- 750 ml Full Cream Milk
- 250 ml Thickened Cream
- 1 tablespoon Vanilla Bean Paste
- 100 grams Caster Sugar
- 3 large Eggs
- 75 grams Cornflour
- 75 grams Plain Flour
- 20 grams Butter
- 2 tablespoons Icing Sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
Place one puff pastry sheet on a baking tray lined with baking paper. Prick all over with a fork to prevent excessive puffing, and bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown. Set aside to cool.
Repeat the same process with the second puff pastry sheet.
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the full cream milk, thickened cream, and vanilla bean paste. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the caster sugar, eggs, cornflour, and plain flour until smooth.
Gradually pour the hot milk mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to prevent curdling.
Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring continuously until the custard is thick and smooth.
Remove from heat and stir in the butter until melted and fully incorporated.
Line a square baking dish with baking paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
Place one cooled pastry sheet in the bottom of the prepared dish.
Pour the hot custard over the pastry base, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Place the second pastry sheet on top of the custard, pressing down gently.
Refrigerate the custard slice for at least 2 hours or until completely set.
Before serving, dust the top with icing sugar and slice into squares.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3176 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 179.2 g | 230% | |
| Saturated Fat | 94.4 g | 472% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1019 mg | 340% | |
| Sodium | 936 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 317.6 g | 115% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.6 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 175.3 g | ||
| Protein | 69.2 g | 138% | |
| Vitamin D | 13.0 mcg | 65% | |
| Calcium | 1155 mg | 89% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 1832 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
