Dairy-Free Baked Custard Slice
Indulge in the creamy decadence of a classic dessert—reimagined with a dairy-free twist—with this Dairy-Free Baked Custard Slice recipe. Featuring layers of crisp, golden puff pastry and a luxuriously smooth vanilla custard made from coconut cream and almond milk, this recipe is perfect for those avoiding dairy but craving indulgence. A touch of ground turmeric lends the custard its signature golden hue, while agar agar ensures a firm yet silky texture. This easy-to-follow treat is prepared in just under an hour and sets beautifully in the refrigerator, making it an ideal make-ahead dessert for gatherings. Finished with a light dusting of icing sugar, each square of this custard slice is a delight to serve and savor. Whether you're hosting a party or looking for a comforting homemade dessert, this dairy-free creation is guaranteed to impress! Keywords: dairy-free dessert, custard slice recipe, vegan puff pastry, coconut custard, easy baked dessert.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 sheets dairy-free puff pastry sheets
- 400 ml coconut cream
- 300 ml almond milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste
- 60 grams cornstarch
- 150 grams caster sugar
- 1 teaspoon agar agar powder
- 0.25 teaspoon ground turmeric (for color)
- 2 tablespoons icing sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Place the dairy-free puff pastry sheets on the prepared baking tray. Prick them all over with a fork to prevent them from puffing up too much. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool completely.
In a large saucepan, combine coconut cream and almond milk over medium heat. Stir in the vanilla bean paste and bring the mixture to a simmer.
In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch, caster sugar, and agar agar powder. Add a few tablespoons of the coconut cream mixture to this dry mix, stirring until it forms a smooth paste.
Back to the saucepan with the simmering coconut mixture, whisk in the cornstarch paste while continuously stirring to avoid lumps. Add the ground turmeric for color.
Continue to cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens significantly and becomes custard-like, about 5-7 minutes.
Line a square baking dish (approximately 8x8 inches) with parchment paper. Place one sheet of baked puff pastry as the base in the dish.
Pour the hot custard over the pastry sheet, spreading it evenly across the surface. Top with the second sheet of baked puff pastry, gently pressing down.
Allow to cool slightly before transferring to the refrigerator to set completely for at least 3 hours or overnight.
Just before serving, dust the top with icing sugar and cut into equal slices. Enjoy your dairy-free baked custard slice!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2861 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 94.0 g | 121% | |
| Saturated Fat | 72.4 g | 362% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 623 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 504.1 g | 183% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 402.6 g | ||
| Protein | 11.7 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 529 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 580 mg | 12% | |
*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.
