Vegan Custard Slice
Indulge in the creamy decadence of this Vegan Custard Slice, a plant-based twist on a classic dessert that's as indulgent as it is beautiful. Flaky layers of golden vegan puff pastry sandwich a luscious, velvety custard made from a dairy-free blend of coconut milk, almond milk, and a hint of turmeric for that signature golden hue. Sweetened with natural caster sugar and thickened to perfection with cornstarch and agar-agar, this dessert is topped with a delicate dusting of icing sugar for the perfect finishing touch. Quick to prepare in under an hour and guaranteed to impress, it's an irresistible treat for any occasion. Perfect for vegan baking enthusiasts, this show-stopping slice is best served chilled, showcasing its pristine layers and melt-in-your-mouth creaminess.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 sheets Vegan puff pastry sheets
- 2 cups Coconut milk
- 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 5 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 0.25 teaspoon Turmeric (for color)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Caster sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Agar-agar powder
- 2 tablespoons Icing sugar
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place one sheet of vegan puff pastry on the prepared baking sheet. Prick the pastry all over with a fork to prevent it from puffing up too much during baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp. Remove from oven and allow it to cool completely.
Repeat the baking process with the second pastry sheet and set aside to cool.
In a medium saucepan, combine the coconut milk, almond milk, caster sugar, and agar-agar powder. Stir well to combine.
Add the cornstarch and turmeric to the saucepan, whisking continuously to prevent any lumps.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring constantly.
Once boiling, reduce the heat and continue to stir for another 2-3 minutes, or until the mixture thickens significantly.
Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Pour the custard mixture into a shallow dish and cover the surface with a sheet of plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming. Allow the custard to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for about 1 hour until set.
Once the custard is firm and chilled, place one puff pastry sheet on a serving tray. Spread the custard evenly over the top of this pastry layer.
Gently place the second puff pastry sheet on top of the custard, pressing down slightly to secure.
Dust the top layer with icing sugar using a fine sieve.
Before serving, cut the custard slice into 8 equal pieces using a serrated knife, wiping the blade clean between cuts to maintain the layers.
Serve chilled and enjoy your delicious vegan custard slice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1224 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.1 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.8 g | 79% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 532 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 236.1 g | 86% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 149.8 g | ||
| Protein | 6.7 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 466 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 594 mg | 13% | |
*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.
