Experience the delightful combination of creamy vanilla pudding, tangy raspberry jam, and fresh raspberries layered on a crisp puff pastry base in these Vanilla Pudding and Raspberry Puff Pastry Slices. This dessert is a perfect blend of smooth, rich textures and zesty berry flavors, topped with a sweet streusel crumble that adds a satisfying crunch. It’s a treat that beautifully marries elegance with comforting, familiar flavors.
Why You’ll Love This:
These pastry slices are irresistibly appealing for their contrasting textures and flavors. The creamy vanilla pudding provides a soft, luscious base, complemented by the sharpness of the raspberry jam and the natural sweetness of the raspberries. The flaky puff pastry adds a delightful crispness, while the streusel topping brings a buttery richness that completes the dish. It’s a versatile dessert that’s as suitable for a festive occasion as it is for a casual afternoon treat.
Perfect Occasion:
Ideal for high tea, brunch gatherings, or as a sophisticated dessert at dinner parties, these puff pastry slices are sure to impress. They also make a great addition to a buffet table at celebrations or can be a special treat to enjoy on a relaxed weekend. Their elegant appearance and gourmet flavors make them a perfect choice for entertaining guests or for a family dessert that everyone will love.
Decoration Tips:
To enhance the visual appeal of these pastry slices, dust them lightly with icing sugar just before serving. For a festive touch, you can also add some fresh mint leaves or a few extra raspberries on the side. If serving at a gathering, consider plating each slice with a dollop of whipped cream or a small scoop of vanilla ice cream to complement the rich flavors.
Ingredients for the Pudding Mixture:
- Milk (400 ml)
- Liquid cream (100 ml)
- Sugar (50 g)
- Vanilla pudding powder (2 packs)
- Vanilla paste (1 tsp)
Ingredients for the Topping:
- Frozen raspberries (150 g)
- Raspberry jam (100 g)
Ingredients for the Streusel:
- Cold butter (80 g)
- Flour (125 g)
- Sugar (50 g)
- Vanilla sugar (1 tsp)
Instructions:
- Start by cooking the pudding mixture. Combine milk, cream, sugar, pudding powder, and vanilla paste. Cook without a lid for 7 minutes at 90°C, stirring on reverse speed level 3. Transfer the pudding to a bowl and cover with cling film to cool until lukewarm.
- For the streusel, combine butter, flour, sugar, and vanilla sugar in a mixer and knead until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Preheat the oven to 190°C and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Roll out a fresh puff pastry on the tray, cut a 2 cm border around it, score with a knife, and prick with a fork.
- Stir the pudding briefly until creamy and spread over the puff pastry base. Spread the raspberry jam over the pudding, then scatter the raspberries and streusel evenly on top.
- Bake on the second rack from the bottom of the oven for about 35 minutes.
- After baking, let the pastry cool completely. Dust with icing sugar and cut into pieces.
Enjoy these exquisite Vanilla Pudding and Raspberry Puff Pastry Slices, a dessert that promises a delightful mix of creamy, fruity, and crispy textures in every bite!
