Apple Mille Feuille with Vanilla Custard (gluten-free)
Indulge in the delightful layers of Apple Mille Feuille with Vanilla Custard, a gluten-free dessert that captures the essence of French pastry. This elegant treat features thinly sliced apples baked to perfection and layered with a rich, creamy vanilla custard. Whether served at a festive gathering or as a sweet end to a casual meal, this dessert is sure to impress your guests. Its beautiful presentation and harmonious flavors make it an irresistible choice for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 kg apples (Fuji, Royal Gala, or Pink Lady)
- 150 g granulated sugar
- 600 ml milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 4 egg yolks
- 3 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tsp vanilla bean paste
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Peel, core, and thinly slice apples. Mix with 150 g sugar and salt; spread in a baking mold.
- Bake for about 30 minutes until soft. Let cool slightly.
- In a saucepan over low heat, warm milk with 50 g sugar and salt. In another bowl, whisk egg yolks and cornstarch; temper with warm milk. Return to saucepan, cook until thickened, then stir in vanilla bean paste.
- Layer half of the baked apple slices in the mold followed by half of the custard. Repeat layers.
- Chill for at least one hour before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 120mg