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Custard Slice

Delightful Custard Slice: Creamy Layers of Nostalgia

This delightful Custard Slice combines rich custard between flaky pastry layers, making it an unforgettable dessert for any gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 5 hours
Total Time 6 hours
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Sweet
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Puff Pastry
  • 2 sheets Flaky Puff Pastry Use frozen sheets and defrost before use.
For the Custard Filling
  • 50 grams Custard Powder Consider homemade custard for a richer taste.
  • 100 grams Sugar Adjust based on sweetness preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Essence Pure vanilla extract is a good substitute.
  • 1 liter Milk Whole milk gives the best creaminess.
  • 1 large Egg Opt for an egg substitute if needed.
  • 50 grams Butter Softened for easy mixing.
For the Icing
  • 100 grams Icing Sugar Confectioners' sugar can also be used.
  • 25 grams Butter Softened for mixing.
  • 1 tablespoon Cocoa Powder Add for chocolate swirls.
  • 2 tablespoons Hot Water Adjust for desired thickness.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Tin
  • mixing bowls
  • Saucepan
  • Fork
  • piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F) on fan bake and line a 21cm square baking tin with baking paper.
  2. Unfold the defrosted flaky puff pastry sheets, prick with a fork, bake for 8 minutes until lightly golden, then press down and bake for another 8 minutes.
  3. In a medium bowl, mix custard powder, sugar, vanilla essence, and ½ cup of milk until smooth. In a separate bowl, whisk egg with another ½ cup of milk.
  4. Heat 3 cups of milk in a large saucepan until bubbling, stir in custard mixture, bring to a gentle boil, then fold in egg mixture and 50g of butter.
  5. Trim the baked pastry to fit the tin, place one layer at the bottom, pour custard over it, and place the second layer of pastry on top.
  6. Combine icing sugar, 25g softened butter, and hot water until smooth, then mix a portion with cocoa powder for chocolate icing.
  7. Spread white icing over the top layer of the Custard Slice, drizzle chocolate icing and swirl for a marbled effect.
  8. Refrigerate the Custard Slice for at least 5 hours, then slice and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This Custard Slice is perfect for any occasion. Customize with fruits or nuts to suit your taste.

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