Strawberry Lychee Mille Feuille
Strawberry Lychee Mille Feuille is a stunning dessert that beautifully combines layers of flaky puff pastry with fresh strawberries and sweet lychee. This elegant treat is perfect for any occasion, transforming simple ingredients into a delightful culinary experience. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or treating yourself on a weeknight, this mille feuille will impress with its vibrant colors and irresistible flavors.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 2 cups fresh strawberries (sliced)
- 1 cup canned lychee (drained and chopped)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface and cut it into rectangles. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown. Let cool completely.
- In a chilled bowl, whip together heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Layer the cooled puff pastry with whipped cream, sliced strawberries, and lychee. Repeat until you have three layers.
- Dust the top layer with powdered sugar or garnish with additional fruit. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider infusing the whipped cream with lemon zest or using different fruits like mango or kiwi. To keep the dessert crisp, layer the filling just before serving.