Description
Experience the bliss of every bite with this Simple Strawberry Napoleon. This elegant dessert features layers of flaky puff pastry, rich custard, and fresh strawberries, bringing a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that is sure to impress. Perfect for any occasion, it’s a delightful treat that requires minimal effort while delivering maximum satisfaction.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (17.3 oz) puff pastry sheets (thawed)
- 2 cups fresh strawberries (sliced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 large egg yolks
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll and cut puff pastry into rectangles (3 inches wide). Place on the baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack.
- For the custard, warm milk with sugar in a saucepan. In another bowl, whisk egg yolks with flour, then combine with warm milk mixture. Cook until thickened.
- Whip heavy cream with vanilla until soft peaks form; gently fold into cooled custard.
- Slice cooled pastries horizontally into two layers. Layer custard and strawberries between each piece, finishing with strawberries on top before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 125g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 135mg