Cream Mille-Feuille

Why Make This Recipe

Cream Mille-Feuille is a classic French dessert known for its layers of crisp pastry and rich pastry cream. It’s not only delicious but also visually appealing. Making this dessert at home is a rewarding experience that will impress your family and friends. Plus, it allows you to enjoy a sweet treat made with fresh ingredients!

How to Make Cream Mille-Feuille

Ingredients

• 3 rectangular puff pastries
• 500 ml of milk
• 4 egg yolks
• 100 g of sugar
• 40 g of cornstarch
• 1 vanilla bean or 1 tsp of vanilla extract
• 30 g of butter
• Icing sugar for decoration
• Icing: icing sugar + a bit of water + cocoa (for marbling)
• Grilled slivered almonds (optional for garnish)

Directions

1. Prepare the Puff Pastry: Roll out the puff pastry and prick it with a fork. Bake it at 180°C for 15-20 minutes until it turns golden and crispy. Let it cool completely.

2. Prepare the Pastry Cream: Heat the milk with the vanilla to infuse the flavor. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks with sugar, then add the cornstarch. Gradually pour the hot milk over the egg mixture while whisking. Return the mixture to heat and stir until it thickens. Remove from heat, add the butter, mix well, and let it cool.

3. Assembly: Cut the cooled puff pastries into regular rectangles. Start layering with one piece of pastry, spread on some pastry cream, add another pastry, repeat with more cream, and finish with the last pastry layer. Lightly press down to level everything.

4. Decoration: Cover the top layer with white icing made from icing sugar and a little water. For a decorative touch, use chocolate or cocoa to draw lines on the icing and swirl with a knife to create a marbled effect. If desired, stick grilled slivered almonds on the sides for added crunch.

How to Serve Cream Mille-Feuille

Serve the Cream Mille-Feuille chilled. It’s best enjoyed after being in the fridge for about 2 hours, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully. Cut it into neat slices for a perfect serving.

How to Store Cream Mille-Feuille

Store any leftover Cream Mille-Feuille in the refrigerator. Cover it well with plastic wrap or place it in an airtight container to keep it fresh. It can be stored for up to two days.

Tips to Make Cream Mille-Feuille

• Make sure the puff pastry is well-baked; it should be crispy to hold the layers.
• If you want a richer flavor, consider adding a mascarpone whipped cream mixed with the pastry cream, known as diplomatic cream.
• Chill the dessert for a couple of hours before serving for the best texture and taste.

Variation

You can customize the flavor by adding fruit or chocolate into the pastry cream. Berries or banana slices can add a refreshing twist to this classic dessert.

FAQs

1. Can I use store-bought puff pastry?
Yes, store-bought puff pastry works great and saves time. Just roll it out and follow the baking instructions.

2. How long does the Cream Mille-Feuille last?
It’s best eaten within two days. After this time, the layers may become soggy.

3. Can I freeze Cream Mille-Feuille?
It’s not recommended to freeze it, as the puff pastry may lose its texture once thawed. Enjoy it fresh for the best experience!

Cream Mille-Feuille

Cream Mille-Feuille is a classic French dessert featuring layers of crisp pastry and rich pastry cream, perfect for impressing guests with its taste and presentation.

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 50 minutes mins

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: French

Calories: 250

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Puff Pastry

• 3 pieces rectangular puff pastries Make sure they are well-baked and crispy.

Pastry Cream

• 500 ml milk Use whole milk for creamier texture.
• 4 pieces egg yolks
• 100 g sugar Adjust to taste.
• 40 g cornstarch
• 1 pieces vanilla bean Or use 1 tsp of vanilla extract.
• 30 g butter Adds richness to the cream.

Decoration and Garnish

• Icing sugar for decoration
• Icing: icing sugar + a bit of water + cocoa For marbling effect.
• Grilled slivered almonds Optional for garnish.

Method

 

Prepare the Puff Pastry

1. Roll out the puff pastry and prick it with a fork.
2. Bake it at 180°C for 15-20 minutes until it turns golden and crispy.
3. Let it cool completely.

Prepare the Pastry Cream

1. Heat the milk with the vanilla to infuse the flavor.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks with sugar, then add the cornstarch.
3. Gradually pour the hot milk over the egg mixture while whisking.
4. Return the mixture to heat and stir until it thickens.
5. Remove from heat, add the butter, mix well, and let it cool.

Assembly

1. Cut the cooled puff pastries into regular rectangles.
2. Start layering with one piece of pastry, spread on some pastry cream, add another pastry, repeat with more cream, and finish with the last pastry layer.
3. Lightly press down to level everything.

Decoration

1. Cover the top layer with white icing made from icing sugar and a little water.
2. For a decorative touch, use chocolate or cocoa to draw lines on the icing and swirl with a knife to create a marbled effect.
3. If desired, stick grilled slivered almonds on the sides for added crunch.

Notes

Serve chilled for about 2 hours before enjoying for best flavor. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to two days.