Recipe of Le Millefeuille
Indulge in the decadence of Le Millefeuille, a classic French pastry known for its delicate layers of crisp puff pastry and rich vanilla pastry cream. This North American adaptation maintains the essence of the original, offering a delightful, flaky texture with a luscious vanilla flavor.
Recipe Summary
Preparation
120 min
Servings
8
Difficulty
Difficult
Category
Breads and pastries
Ingredients
- 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 vanilla bean, split
- 6 egg yolks
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- Confectioners' sugar for dusting
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Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out the puff pastry sheets and bake until golden brown and puffed.
- In a saucepan, heat milk with the scraped vanilla bean until just simmering.
- In a bowl, whisk together egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Slowly pour the hot milk over the egg mixture, whisking constantly. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook until thickened.
- Remove the vanilla bean and let the pastry cream cool.
- Assemble the Millefeuille by layering puff pastry and pastry cream. Repeat, finishing with a pastry layer on top.
- Dust with confectioners' sugar. Chill for an hour before slicing and serving.
- Enjoy this elevated dessert that brings a touch of French elegance to North America!
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Tips for this recipe
Here are some useful tips to perfectly prepare Le Millefeuille and get the best results.
- Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor
- Prepare all ingredients before starting to cook
- Monitor temperature during cooking to prevent burning
Variations of this recipe
Try these delicious variations of Le Millefeuille to give a different touch to your preparation.
- Vegetarian version: substitute meat with plant proteins like tofu or legumes
- Spicy version: add chili peppers or spicy spices to taste
- Healthy version: reduce oil and increase vegetables
Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe has a Difficult difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is 120 minutes and the cooking time is minutes.
This recipe is designed for 8 servings.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.
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