Dairy-Free Baked Custard Slice
Indulge in the creamy decadence of a classic treat with a modern twist—this Dairy-Free Baked Custard Slice is the perfect dessert for those seeking a lactose-free alternative without compromising on flavor. Featuring layers of flaky dairy-free puff pastry and a luscious, velvety custard made from coconut cream and almond milk, this recipe offers a rich, silky texture enhanced with vanilla bean paste and a hint of turmeric for natural golden color. The custard is thickened to perfection with agar agar, creating a plant-based delight that’s both satisfying and easy to slice. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a chill period to set, this impressive dessert is ideal for gatherings or a sweet indulgence at home. Dusted lightly with icing sugar, these squares of creamy bliss are as beautiful as they are delicious—your new go-to recipe for a dairy-free dessert that wows!
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Ingredients
- 2 sheets dairy-free puff pastry sheets
- 400 ml coconut cream
- 300 ml almond milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste
- 60 grams cornstarch
- 150 grams caster sugar
- 1 teaspoon agar agar powder
- 0.25 teaspoon ground turmeric (for color)
- 2 tablespoons icing sugar (for dusting)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Step 2
Place the dairy-free puff pastry sheets on the prepared baking tray. Prick them all over with a fork to prevent them from puffing up too much. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool completely.
Step 3
In a large saucepan, combine coconut cream and almond milk over medium heat. Stir in the vanilla bean paste and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch, caster sugar, and agar agar powder. Add a few tablespoons of the coconut cream mixture to this dry mix, stirring until it forms a smooth paste.
Step 5
Back to the saucepan with the simmering coconut mixture, whisk in the cornstarch paste while continuously stirring to avoid lumps. Add the ground turmeric for color.
Step 6
Continue to cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens significantly and becomes custard-like, about 5-7 minutes.
Step 7
Line a square baking dish (approximately 8x8 inches) with parchment paper. Place one sheet of baked puff pastry as the base in the dish.
Step 8
Pour the hot custard over the pastry sheet, spreading it evenly across the surface. Top with the second sheet of baked puff pastry, gently pressing down.
Step 9
Allow to cool slightly before transferring to the refrigerator to set completely for at least 3 hours or overnight.
Step 10
Just before serving, dust the top with icing sugar and cut into equal slices. Enjoy your dairy-free baked custard slice!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1047.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2860.9 |
| Total Fat 94.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 72.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 623.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 504.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 402.6g | |
| Protein 11.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 99.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 529.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 579.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories