Low Fat Custard Slice

Indulge in the creamy, flaky delight of this Low Fat Custard Slice, a lighter twist on the classic dessert that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Featuring layers of golden, crispy low-fat puff pastry and a silky custard filling made with skim milk, cornflour, and a hint of vanilla, this recipe is perfect for those seeking a guilt-free treat. The addition of a touch of gelatin ensures a perfectly set custard, while optional toppings like low-fat cream or a dusting of icing sugar add a customizable finishing touch. Ready in just 35 minutes of active prep and cooking time, this healthier dessert is ideal for entertaining or a special family treat. Serve chilled and let every bite deliver a satisfying crunch and creamy melt-in-your-mouth texture, all while staying low in fat.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 sheets low-fat puff pastry sheets
• 500 ml skim milk
• 50 grams cornflour
• 80 grams granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon gelatin powder
• 2 tablespoons water
• 200 ml low-fat cream or yogurt (optional for topping)
• 2 tablespoons icing sugar (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (about 400°F).

Step 2

Place one sheet of low-fat puff pastry on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.

Step 3

Prick the pastry sheet all over with a fork to prevent puffing and place another sheet of parchment paper on top followed by another baking tray to weigh it down. This will help keep the pastry flat as it bakes.

Step 4

Bake the pastry in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes or until golden brown. Let it cool on a wire rack.

Step 5

Repeat the process for the second pastry sheet.

Step 6

While the pastry cools, prepare the custard. In a small saucepan, combine the cornflour and sugar.

Step 7

Gradually whisk in the skim milk until the mixture is smooth and well combined.

Step 8

Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it begins to thicken.

Step 9

Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.

Step 10

In a small bowl, dissolve the gelatin powder in 2 tablespoons of water.

Step 11

Add the gelatin mixture to the custard and stir until completely dissolved and well combined.

Step 12

Allow the custard to cool slightly by resting it at room temperature, stirring occasionally to prevent a skin from forming.

Step 13

Line an 8-inch square baking tin with parchment paper and place one of the pastry sheets onto the bottom.

Step 14

Pour the custard mixture evenly over the pastry base.

Step 15

Top with the second pastry sheet, pressing down gently to ensure it adheres to the custard.

Step 16

Refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours or until the custard is set.

Step 17

Once set, carefully remove the custard slice from the tin using the parchment paper.

Step 18

Optionally, spread low-fat cream or yogurt over the top and dust with icing sugar before slicing into pieces to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(997.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1222.0

Total Fat 15.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 25.5mg	0%
Sodium 719.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 218.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.7g	0%
Total Sugars 131.9g
Protein 39.8g	0%

Vitamin D 326.9IU	0%
Calcium 1004.2mg	0%
Iron 2.5mg	0%
Potassium 1464.0mg	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: 11.8%

Protein: 13.6%

Carbs: 74.6%