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Mille Feuille

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Mille Feuille is a delectable French pastry that features layers of flaky puff pastry and rich pastry cream, creating a delightful dessert experience. This elegant treat melts in your mouth with its harmonious blend of textures and flavors, making it perfect for special occasions or impressing guests at dinner parties. With its stunning visual appeal, Mille Feuille is not only a feast for the palate but also a showstopper on your social media feed. Dive into this foolproof recipe and elevate your baking game!

Ingredients

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  • 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed if frozen)
  • 2 cups milk
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
  • Fresh berries (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface; cut into rectangles (3×5 inches).
  3. Place the pastry rectangles on baking sheets, pricking them with a fork. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown. Let cool.
  4. In a saucepan, warm milk with vanilla extract over medium heat.
  5. Whisk egg yolks and sugar until pale; gradually add warm milk mixture.
  6. Return to saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly until thickened (about 5 minutes). Cool completely.
  7. Assemble layers by spreading pastry cream between two baked rectangles. Top with another pastry layer and dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Keywords: For extra flavor, substitute vanilla extract with almond extract or add fresh fruits like strawberries or raspberries between the layers. Store leftover Mille Feuille in an airtight container in the fridge; consume within two days for best quality.

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