Home Made Vanilla Slice Recipe

Name: Home Made Vanilla Slice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 puff pastry sheets butter, thawed; 2 teaspoons vanilla essence; 1 cup sugar castor; 3/4 cup cornflour wheaten; 1/2 cup Orgran Custard Powder; 1 liter milk; 60 grams butter; 2 egg yolks lightly beaten; 1 1/2 cups icing sugar pure, sifted; 1 teaspoon butter; 2 pear halves small, in syrup, drained and pureed; 1 tablespoon milk

Servings: persons

2 puff pastry sheets butter, thawed
2 teaspoons vanilla essence
1 cup sugar castor
3/4 cup cornflour wheaten
1/2 cup Orgran Custard Powder
1 liter milk
60 grams butter
2 egg yolks lightly beaten
1 1/2 cups icing sugar pure, sifted
1 teaspoon butter
2 pear halves small, in syrup, drained and pureed
1 tablespoon milk

1
Preheat oven to 210 C. Line a square container roughly the same size as the pastry sheets (23 - 24 cm) with aluminium foil, leaving an overhang on the sides.
2
Place each pastry sheet on a baking tray lined with non-stick baking paper, then bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until golden brown. Flatten with an egg flip and set aside to cool.
3
Combine the sugar, cornflour and custard powder in a pan and gradually (very slowly) add the milk, stirring until smooth. Simmer for about 3 minutes, until it thickens, then stir in the butter. Remove from the heat when smooth and thick and stir in the egg yolks and vanilla.
4
When the pastry is cool, place 1 sheet cooked-side up in the bottom of the lined container, trim to fit if required.
5
Pour the custard over the pastry and set aside to cool slightly before placing the second pastry piece on top, cooked side up.
6
To make the icing combine the icing sugar, butter and milk in a bowl. Place the bowl in a shallow bath of hot water and mix until the butter has melted. Stir in the pear until well-combined. Spread the icing over the top pastry sheet. Put in the fridge for at least 8 hours to set.
7
Remove from the pan and cut into squares with a hot knife.

1158

kcal

Calories

Fat

126

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 puff pastry sheets butter, thawed, 2 teaspoons vanilla essence, 1 cup sugar castor, 3/4 cup cornflour wheaten, and more.

Yes, Home Made Vanilla Slice falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Home Made Vanilla Slice

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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