Custard Slice

Indulge in the velvety perfection of this classic Custard Slice, a dessert that balances crisp puff pastry layers with a creamy, homemade custard filling and a luscious lemon glaze. Perfectly golden pastry forms the base and top, while the rich, vanilla-infused custard in between delivers a melt-in-your-mouth experience with every bite. The finishing touch is a smooth icing made with a hint of zesty lemon, adding just the right amount of sweetness and tang. Easy to prepare yet delightfully decadent, this Custard Slice is the ultimate treat for tea parties, gatherings, or a satisfying everyday indulgence. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a dessert enthusiast, this recipe offers a foolproof way to impress your taste buds and your guests!

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
• 50 g Unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 100 g Caster sugar
• 50 g Cornflour
• 4 large Egg yolks
• 150 g Icing sugar
• 2 tablespoons Boiling water
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).

Step 2

Line a baking tray with parchment paper. Place one puff pastry sheet on the tray and use a fork to prick it all over to prevent the pastry from puffing up too much. Repeat with the second sheet on a separate tray.

Step 3

Bake the pastry sheets for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and crisp. Allow them to cool completely.

Step 4

In a medium saucepan, combine milk, butter, and vanilla extract. Heat gently until the butter melts and the mixture is hot but not boiling. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 5

In a bowl, whisk together the caster sugar and cornflour. Add the egg yolks and whisk until well combined and smooth.

Step 6

Gradually pour the hot milk mixture into the egg yolk mixture, whisking constantly to avoid curdling.

Step 7

Return the mixture to the saucepan. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly until the mixture thickens to a custard consistency. This should take about 5-7 minutes.

Step 8

Once thickened, remove from heat and allow the custard to cool slightly, stirring occasionally to prevent a skin from forming.

Step 9

Place one baked pastry sheet in the base of a square baking dish. Spread the cooled custard evenly over the pastry.

Step 10

Top with the second pastry sheet, pressing down gently to set.

Step 11

For the icing, sift the icing sugar into a bowl. Add the boiling water and lemon juice and stir until smooth.

Step 12

Pour the icing over the top pastry layer and use a spatula to spread it evenly.

Step 13

Chill the custard slice in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to set.

Step 14

Once set, use a sharp knife to cut into squares or slices before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1084.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2626.1

Total Fat 115.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 51.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 910.6mg	0%
Sodium 680.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 369.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.8g	0%
Total Sugars 274.7g
Protein 38.4g	0%

Vitamin D 300.1IU	0%
Calcium 756.6mg	0%
Iron 5.0mg	0%
Potassium 1128.2mg	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: 38.9%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 55.4%