Napoleon Cake (mille-feuille) Recipe

Name: Napoleon Cake (mille-feuille)
Prep time: Approximately 1 hour
Cook time: Approximately 20 minutes
Yield: 4
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: puff pastry: 100g; pastry cream (vanilla custard): 60g; powdered sugar: 7.5g; almond slices: 7.5g; caramel sauce: 20g

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Napoleon Cake, also known globally as Mille-feuille, is a classic French pastry renowned for its decadent layers of puff pastry and rich vanilla custard. This exquisite dessert tempts the senses with its balance of textures and flavors, combining flaky pastry with smooth, creamy filling, and a delicate sweetness accentuated by a dusting of powdered sugar and almond slices. Topped with a drizzle of caramel sauce, Napoleon Cake offers a sophisticated and indulgent experience, ideal for those special moments.

🌎 French: Dessert

🔥 Calories 500kcal
🍗 Protein 7.5g
🍚 Carbs 60g
🧈 Fat 25g

🥗 Ingredients:

puff pastry (100g)
pastry cream (vanilla custard) (60g)
powdered sugar (7.5g)
almond slices (7.5g)
caramel sauce (20g)

🍳 How to cook (4 servings):

Cooking Time: Approximately 20 minutesPreperation Time: Approximately 1 hour

Puff Pastry Preparation

Begin by pre-heating the oven to 200°C (390°F). Cut the puff pastry into desired sizes and prick them with a fork to prevent excessive puffing. Bake for about 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Let them cool down completely.

Pastry Cream Preparation

In a medium saucepan, heat milk and vanilla bean paste until it starts to steam. In a separate bowl, whisk egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch together until smooth. Gradually pour the hot milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens. Remove from heat and let it cool completely, occasionally stirring to prevent a skin from forming.

Assembly

Layer the baked puff pastry sheets, spreading a generous amount of pastry cream between each layer. Continue layering until all components are used, finishing with a layer of pastry on top. Chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour to set.

Finishing Touches

Before serving, sprinkle the top layer with powdered sugar, arrange almond slices, and drizzle with caramel sauce for decoration and added flavor.

⭐️ Nutrition facts:

While indulgent, the Napoleon Cake can be part of a balanced diet when enjoyed in moderation. It is relatively high in carbohydrates and fats, contributing to its rich flavor and texture. The almonds add a slight nutritional boost with additional protein and healthy fats.