Cremeschnitte

Indulge in the timeless elegance of Cremeschnitte, a beloved European dessert that combines delicate puff pastry layers with a rich and silky vanilla custard. Perfectly crisp and golden pastry sheets cradle a luscious custard infused with the aromatic warmth of fresh vanilla bean, creating a heavenly balance of texture and flavor. Finished with a light dusting of powdered sugar, this irresistible treat is as visually stunning as it is delectable. Whether served as a centerpiece for special occasions or as an everyday indulgence, Cremeschnitte delivers a sophisticated dessert experience that melts in your mouth. Ready in just over an hour and serving up to eight, it’s the perfect recipe to impress your guests while satisfying your sweet tooth.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 sheets puff pastry sheets
• 500 ml whole milk
• 1 pod vanilla bean
• 4 large egg yolks
• 150 g granulated sugar
• 50 g cornstarch
• 50 g unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F).

Step 2

Place the puff pastry sheets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Prick them all over with a fork to prevent them from puffing too much during baking.

Step 3

Bake the puff pastry sheets for 15 minutes or until they are golden brown and crisp. Remove from the oven and allow them to cool completely.

Step 4

In a saucepan, pour the milk. Slice the vanilla bean in half lengthwise, and scrape out the seeds. Add both the seeds and the pod to the milk.

Step 5

Heat the milk until it just begins to simmer, then remove from heat and let the vanilla infuse for 10 minutes.

Step 6

In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and granulated sugar until the mixture is pale and creamy. Add the cornstarch and whisk until smooth.

Step 7

Remove the vanilla pod from the milk, then gradually pour the warm vanilla milk into the egg mixture, whisking continuously to prevent curdling.

Step 8

Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens and comes to a boil. Once thickened, remove from heat.

Step 9

Stir in the unsalted butter until fully melted and the custard is smooth.

Step 10

Allow the custard to cool slightly, then cover with plastic wrap directly on the surface to prevent a skin from forming. Let it cool to room temperature.

Step 11

Place one sheet of puff pastry onto a serving platter. Spread the custard evenly over the pastry, then top with the second sheet of puff pastry.

Step 12

Dust the top layer with powdered sugar. Use a sharp knife to cut into squares or rectangles, as desired.

Step 13

Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve. For cleaner cuts, refrigerate for an hour before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(953.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2285.1

Total Fat 113.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 51.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 910.6mg	0%
Sodium 682.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 290.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.6g	0%
Total Sugars 192.1g
Protein 35.1g	0%

Vitamin D 300.1IU	0%
Calcium 754.0mg	0%
Iron 4.8mg	0%
Potassium 989.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.0%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 50.0%