Vanilla Custard Cream Squares - Romanian Cremes, or Cremsnit

Vanilla Custard Cream Squares - Romanian Cremes, or Cremsnit

Vanilla Custard Cream Squares, also known as Romanian Cremsnit, are a delightful dessert featuring layers of creamy vanilla custard, airy whipped cream, and crisp puff pastry. This dessert stands out with its smooth, pudding-like filling and a whipped cream layer that enhances both its flavor and texture.

The final touch, a crumbled top sheet of puff pastry, adds a delicate crunch. Whether you opt for store-bought or homemade puff pastry, this recipe promises a fine, delicious treat that's both easy to prepare and serve. Perfect for any occasion, it's a sweet you'll want to enjoy again and again.

Ingredients

Puff pastry
1 piece
Egg
5 pieces
Sugar
300 g
Milk
1 l
Corn starch
100 g
Vanilla Extract
1 tbsp
Butter
100 g
Heavy cream (32% fat)
500 ml
for whipped cream
Powdered sugar
120 g
for whipped cream and decoration

Step by step

Step 1

Prepare the sheets using store-bought puff pastry.

Divide the dough into 2 pieces.

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Step 2

Lightly sprinkle flour on your work surface. Roll out each piece of puff pastry slightly to match the size of your oven tray.

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Step 3

Place the pastry sheets on baking paper and bake at 200°C for about 30 minutes until golden brown.

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Step 4

Once baked, gently press the puff pastry sheets with the back of a knife while still hot to create a flatter, more uniform surface.

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Step 5

Allow the puff pastry sheets to cool completely.

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Step 6

Prepare the vanilla custard cream:

- In a thick-bottomed saucepan, whisk together the eggs and sugar thoroughly.

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Step 7

- Add the corn starch and vanilla extract (or natural vanilla powder). Mix well to prevent lumps.

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Step 8

- Pour in the milk gradually while stirring to combine.

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Step 9

- Place the saucepan over medium heat, stirring periodically.

When the mixture thickens, remove it from the heat and stir in the butter.

Allow the custard to cool slightly.

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Step 10

Pour the hot vanilla custard over one sheet of puff pastry.

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Step 11

Level the custard layer and refrigerate for at least 3 hours to set.

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Step 12

Whip the heavy cream with 100 g of powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.

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Step 13

Spread the whipped cream evenly over the chilled vanilla custard layer.

Ensure the custard is fully cooled to prevent the whipped cream from melting.

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Step 14

Smooth the whipped cream layer and spread it over the cake edges for a neat finish.

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Step 15

Cut the second puff pastry sheet into smaller pieces, selecting the crispiest, most golden parts for topping.

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Step 16

Place these pastry pieces over the whipped cream and sprinkle with powdered sugar.

Allow the dessert to set for 7-8 hours, or preferably overnight, to develop its full flavor.

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Step 17

Slice into portions and serve.

Enjoy your delicious Vanilla Custard Cream Squares!

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Quantity: 2 kg (10-12 servings)
Prep time: 120 min
Difficulty: intermediate
Ready in: 60 min
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