Creamy Custard Puff Pastry Delight

Creamy Custard Puff Pastry Delight

A Flaky, Golden Pastry with a Luscious Vanilla Filling — Bakery-Quality at Home

This Creamy Custard Puff Pastry is the kind of dessert that turns a regular dinner into something unforgettable. With layers of golden, buttery puff pastry and a thick, velvety homemade custard filling, it looks and tastes like it came straight from a French patisserie — but it’s actually easy to make in your own kitchen.

Looking for more cream-filled pastries? Try the ultra-popular No-Bake Creamy Cheesecake or these soft Baked Eggs with Cheese from Tinsuf.com—each recipe designed to impress without the stress.

 Ingredients

For the Puff Pastry:

• 2 sheets frozen puff pastry, thawed

• 1 egg yolk (for brushing)

• 1 tbsp milk or cream (for egg wash)

For the Vanilla Custard Filling:

• 2 cups whole milk

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• ½ cup granulated sugar

• ¼ cup cornstarch

• 4 egg yolks

• 2 tbsp unsalted butter

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

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• Pinch of salt

Optional Topping:

• Powdered sugar, for dusting

 Directions

 Bake the Puff Pastry

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Roll out puff pastry sheets slightly on a floured surface to fit your baking dish.

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3. Place the first sheet at the bottom of a greased 9×13″ baking dish. Prick with a fork to prevent puffing.

4. Bake for 12–15 minutes or until golden. Remove and let cool.

5. Bake the second sheet separately on a parchment-lined tray for the top layer. Cool completely.

 Make the Custard

1. In a saucepan, combine milk and vanilla and heat until just steaming (not boiling).

2. In a separate bowl, whisk egg yolks, sugar, cornstarch, and salt until smooth.

3. Slowly pour the hot milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to temper the eggs.

4. Return the entire mixture to the saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring continuously until thickened (~5–7 min).

5. Remove from heat. Stir in butter until melted. Let custard cool slightly.

 Assemble the Dessert

1. Spread the custard evenly over the baked bottom layer of pastry.

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2. Gently place the second baked pastry sheet on top.

3. Cover and chill for at least 4 hours (or overnight) for best slicing results.

 Serve

Dust with powdered sugar before serving for an elegant bakery finish.

 Time & Yield

• Prep Time: 15 minutes

• Cook Time: 20 minutes

• Chill Time: 4 hours

• Total Time: ~4 hours 35 minutes

• Yields: 12 square portions

 Tips & Variations

 Helpful Tips:

• Chill the custard for at least 30 minutes before assembly for easier layering.

• For a firmer texture, add an extra tablespoon of cornstarch.

• Cut with a serrated knife for clean layers.

 Flavor Variations:

• Lemon Custard: Add 1 tsp lemon zest and 1 tbsp lemon juice to the custard.

• Chocolate Glaze: Swap the top pastry for a chocolate ganache layer.

• Fruit Add-ins: Add a layer of thinly sliced bananas or berries on top of the custard before layering.

 Tools You’ll Need

• 9×13 inch baking dish

• Medium saucepan

• Whisk

• Mixing bowls

• Rubber spatula

• Knife for slicing

 Discover More

Explore more creamy and comforting bakes on Tinsuf.com:

• Lemon Meringue Cheesecake

• Strawberry Banana Pudding Dessert

• No-Bake Creamy Cheesecake

• Ham and Cheese Pinwheels

• Baked Eggs with Cheese

Final Thoughts

This Creamy Custard Puff Pastry Dessert is the definition of indulgent, with layers that flake, melt, and satisfy in every bite. Whether for holidays, weekend brunch, or just because you’re craving something decadent, this dessert never fails. The best part? It’s deceptively easy — no special tools, no pastry school diploma, just a few humble ingredients and a little chilling time.