Homemade Puff Pastry Cream Cake

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This layered creamy pastry dessert is rich, flaky, and absolutely irresistible! Perfect for holidays, parties, or enjoying with coffee. 😍


🛒 Ingredients

For the Pastry Layers:

  • 2 sheets puff pastry
  • 1 egg yolk (for brushing)

For the Cream Filling:

  • 4 cups milk
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 4 egg yolks
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Optional Topping:

  • Powdered sugar
  • Crushed nuts

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Bake the Puff Pastry

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Place puff pastry sheets on baking trays lined with parchment paper.

Brush tops with egg yolk and lightly score decorative lines with a knife.

Bake for 18–22 minutes until golden brown and flaky.

Allow to cool completely.


2️⃣ Make the Cream Filling

In a saucepan, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, flour, egg yolks, and milk.

Cook over medium heat while stirring continuously until thick and creamy.

Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and butter.

Let cool slightly.


3️⃣ Assemble the Cake

Place one pastry layer into a baking dish or tray.

Spread the warm cream filling evenly over the pastry.

Top with the second pastry sheet.

Press gently.


4️⃣ Chill

Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.

Dust with powdered sugar before slicing.


🍽️ Serve & Enjoy

Cut into squares and enjoy the creamy, flaky goodness! 😋

This bakery-style dessert is rich, smooth, and perfect for special occasions. ❤️

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