Vanilla Custard Cream Squares Recipe
Indulge in these delightful Vanilla Custard Cream Squares that offer a perfect balance of sweetness and creaminess in every bite. With a buttery crust, smooth vanilla custard filling, and a hint of powdered sugar on top, these squares are a true dessert delight.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 squares 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- Pinch of salt
For the Custard Filling:
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 4 egg yolks
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
For Topping:
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine flour, cold butter, sugar, and salt. Mix until crumbly. Press the mixture into a greased baking dish and bake for 20 minutes until lightly golden.
- Make the Custard Filling: In a saucepan, heat milk until steaming. In a bowl, whisk sugar, cornstarch, and egg yolks. Slowly pour the hot milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook until thickened. Stir in vanilla.
- Assemble the Squares: Pour the custard over the baked crust. Smooth the top and refrigerate until set, about 2 hours.
- Finish and Serve: Dust the chilled custard squares with powdered sugar. Cut into squares and serve chilled.
Notes
- You can add a sprinkle of ground cinnamon on top for extra flavor.
- Ensure the custard is completely chilled before slicing to get clean squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
