Millefeuille: The Classic Recipe for a Fragrant and Delicious Dessert – 5 Layers of Heavenly Flavor
Summary:
Millefeuille, also known as Napoleon, is the epitome of classic French pastry. This elegant dessert features layers of delicate, flaky puff pastry sandwiched with smooth, fragrant pastry cream and often topped with a glossy layer of fondant icing. Its name, meaning “a thousand leaves” in French, refers to the many thin, crispy layers of pastry that create a beautiful contrast of textures. This Millefeuille recipe will walk you through every step to make this sophisticated dessert in the comfort of your own kitchen. With just a few simple ingredients and a little patience, you’ll create a dessert worthy of any fine dining experience.
Prep Time: 45 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6-8
Calories (per serving): 350-400 calories
Courses: Dessert
Cuisines: French, European
Ingredients:
For the Puff Pastry:
- 1 package puff pastry (about 17 oz), thawed (or homemade if you prefer)
For the Pastry Cream:
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 large egg yolks
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
For the Icing:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons dark chocolate (optional, for decoration)
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