Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup cold water
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for custard)
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the dough by mixing flour, butter, sugar, and salt; add cold water and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and roll out the dough into rectangles; bake for 10-12 minutes until golden.
- Make the custard by whisking milk, sugar, and cornstarch over medium heat until thickened; stir in egg yolks and vanilla.
- Assemble the cake by layering baked pastry and custard, finishing with a pastry layer on top.
- Chill the cake for at least 4 hours to set the custard.
- Serve with powdered sugar or whipped cream, and enjoy!
Notes
- Chilling the dough is crucial for flakiness.
- Allow the cake to chill overnight for best results.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian