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Napoleon Cake

Napoleon Cake

Napoleon Cake is a luxurious dessert made with layers of crispy puff pastry and rich, creamy custard filling. It’s easy to make yet incredibly impressive, perfect for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

  • Puff Pastry: 2 sheets – Creates the crispy, flaky layers of the cake.
  • Whole Milk: 2 cups – Forms the base of the smooth and creamy filling.
  • Sugar: 3/4 cup – Sweetens the filling and balances the flavors.
  • Egg Yolks: 4 – Thickens the filling and adds richness.
  • Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon – Adds a delicate, aromatic flavor to the custard.
  • Butter: 1/2 cup – Makes the filling rich and smooth.
  • Powdered Sugar: For dusting – Adds a sweet, finishing touch to the cake.

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, whisk together the whole milk, sugar, and egg yolks until smooth. Heat the mixture over medium heat, whisking constantly until it thickens into a custard-like consistency. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and butter. Let the filling cool to room temperature.
  3. Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Cut the dough into even rectangles or squares, depending on your preference.
  4. Assemble the Dish: Place the pastry sheets on the prepared baking sheets. Bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until golden and puffed up. Let the pastries cool completely.
  5. Cook to Perfection: Once the pastry layers are baked and cooled, carefully slice each sheet into half to create thinner layers.
  6. Finishing Touches: Spread a layer of the custard filling on one piece of pastry. Place another pastry layer on top and repeat. Continue layering until all the pastry and filling are used.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Dust the top layer with powdered sugar before slicing and serving. Enjoy this indulgent treat with a hot cup of tea or coffee!

Notes

  • Use cold butter for the best pastry layers, helping to achieve that perfect flakiness.
  • Let the pastry layers rest in the fridge before baking to prevent shrinkage.
  • Let the filling cool completely before assembling the cake to avoid melting the pastry.
  • Author: Monica
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 60mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: Napoleon Cake, Mille-Feuille, Puff Pastry Cake, French Desserts, Easy Desserts