Strawberry Vanilla Cream Galette Squares: A Sumptuous Summer Dessert

Savor the delightful fusion of fresh strawberries and creamy vanilla in our Strawberry Vanilla Cream Galette Squares. This exquisite dessert features layers of light, airy galettes alternating with a luscious vanilla cream filling, studded with juicy strawberries. Topped with a dusting of powdered sugar and white chocolate, these squares are a celebration of summer flavors, perfect for any occasion that calls for a refreshing and elegant dessert.

Why You’ll Love This:

• A delightful combination of fresh strawberries and rich vanilla cream.
• Light and airy galette layers add a unique texture.
• Perfect for showcasing seasonal fruits.
• An elegant dessert that’s sure to impress.

Perfect Occasion: These squares are ideal for summer picnics, garden parties, or as a delightful end to a BBQ dinner. They’re also great for afternoon tea, bridal showers, or as a special treat to enjoy on a sunny day.

Decoration Tips:

• Garnish with fresh strawberry slices and mint leaves for added freshness.
• Dust with powdered sugar for a classic and sophisticated finish.
• Drizzle with melted white chocolate for a decorative touch.
• Serve on a vintage platter for an elegant presentation.

Ingredients:

• For the Galettes:
  • 4 eggs
  • 13 tablespoons sugar
  • 24 tablespoons oil
  • 24 tablespoons milk
  • 24 tablespoons flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 sachet vanilla sugar
  • Lemon zest, grated
• For Vanilla Cream:
  • 7.5 dl milk
  • 150g sugar
  • 1 sachet vanilla sugar
  • 2 sachets vanilla pudding mix
  • 40g cornstarch
  • 3 egg yolks
• Additionally:
  • 150g white chocolate, melted
  • 2 dl heavy cream
  • 500g strawberries, finely chopped

Instructions:

1. Prepare Vanilla Cream: Dissolve pudding mix, cornstarch, and egg yolks in 2 dl cold milk. Boil the remaining milk with sugar and vanilla, then add the pudding mixture, cooking until thickened while stirring continuously. Let it cool, covered with foil or stirring occasionally. Whip the cooled mixture, add melted white chocolate, and mix. Add liquid heavy cream and whip until thickened. Fold in chopped strawberries.
2. Assemble the Dessert: In a baking dish, arrange a layer of galettes. Spread a layer of vanilla cream, smoothing it out. Add another layer of galettes on top.
3. Chill: Dust with powdered sugar and decorate as desired. Refrigerate, preferably overnight.

Enjoy these Strawberry Vanilla Cream Galette Squares, a light and flavorful dessert that perfectly captures the essence of summer!