Crispy puff pastry with delicate vanilla cream - a masterpiece of French patisserie.
Instructions
Roll out puff pastry thinly and cut into 3 equal rectangles.
Place between two baking sheets and bake at 200°C (400°F) until golden and crispy, about 15-20 minutes.
Heat milk with split vanilla pod. Whisk egg yolks with sugar and cornstarch, then gradually add hot milk. Cook until thick, stirring constantly. Stir in butter.
Cover cream with plastic wrap directly on surface to prevent skin forming. Cool pastry layers on wire racks.
Layer pastry and cream alternately, finishing with pastry on top. Press gently.
Mix powdered sugar with water to make smooth icing. Spread on top layer. Drizzle melted chocolate and create pattern with a toothpick.
Ingredients
- puff pastry 500 g
- whole milk 500 ml
- egg yolks 4
- caster sugar 120 g
- cornstarch 50 g
- vanilla pod 1
- butter 30 g
- powdered sugar 200 g
- water 1 EL
- powdered sugar 1
- Dark chocolate 1
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Frequently asked questions
How many servings does French Mille-Feuille make?
The recipe French Mille-Feuille is designed for 8 servings. Use the portion calculator on this page to easily adjust the quantities.
How long does it take to make French Mille-Feuille?
Preparation takes about 45 minutes and baking about 20 minutes – roughly 65 minutes in total.
How long does French Mille-Feuille keep?
French Mille-Feuille tastes best fresh. Well covered and stored in a cool place, the cake usually keeps for 2–3 days; many cakes can also be frozen.
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