Cream Millefeuille: A Beloved Dessert to Satisfy Every Sweet Tooth
The cream millefeuille has earned a beloved spot in the hearts of dessert enthusiasts everywhere. This dessert, with its light, flaky layers of puff pastry and rich, velvety cream filling, offers a delightful contrast in textures that dance delightfully on the palate.
Below, find a straightforward recipe to recreate this timeless classic in your kitchen.
Ingredients:
- 350 grams of milk (consider a coffee-infused milk for an innovative twist)
- 150 grams of dessert cream
- 1 whole egg
- 3 egg yolks
- 80 grams of sugar
- 40 grams of starch (like cornstarch or potato starch)
- 1 sachet of vanillin (or 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract)
- 450 grams of puff pastry
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Preparation:
- Prepare the Cream Filling:
- Pour the milk into a medium-sized saucepan.
- Add the dessert cream, sugar, starch, one whole egg, and three egg yolks into the mixture.
- Cook on a medium flame, consistently stirring until it reaches a boil.
- Add the vanillin (or vanilla extract) and ensure it is well incorporated into the cream.
- Once the cream thickens, remove it from heat. Allow it to cool slightly before covering it with plastic wrap directly on the surface to prevent a skin from forming. Set it aside to cool completely.
- Prepare the Puff Pastry:
- Preheat your oven to 190°C (approximately 375°F).
- Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Ensure it is stretched evenly to avoid uneven baking.
- Sprinkle a generous amount of powdered sugar evenly across the surface of the stretched pastry.
- Transfer the pastry to a baking sheet and bake for 25 minutes, or until it attains a beautiful golden brown hue. Once baked, allow it to cool completely.
- Assemble the Millefeuille:
- Once the puff pastry has cooled, carefully slice it horizontally to create layers.
- Using a pastry bag, pipe the cooled cream between each layer of puff pastry, carefully stacking them as you go.
- Optionally, cut your millefeuille into rectangles or squares, depending on your preference.
- Give it a final sprinkle of powdered sugar on top for an added sweet touch.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Present your millefeuille with a dusting of powdered sugar or a side of fresh berries for a burst of freshness.
Voila! A beautiful, deliciously rich cream millefeuille is ready to be enjoyed. Remember, the true beauty of millefeuille lies in its delicate layers, so savor each bite and let the flaky, creamy goodness melt in your mouth!
Note: Always ensure that your ingredients are fresh for the best results and adjust sweetness to your preference. Happy baking!
