Napoleon Torte Recipe

Name: Napoleon Torte
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: PASTRY; 1 lb butter, softened; 4 cups flour; 2 cups sour cream; FILLING 1; 3/4 cup granulated sugar; 5 tablespoons flour; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2 cups milk, scalded; 4 egg yolks, beaten; 1 teaspoon vanilla; FILLING 2; 2 (14 ounce) cans sweetened condensed milk; 6 egg yolks, beaten; 2 teaspoons vanilla; 1/2 lb butter, softened

Servings: persons

PASTRY
1 lb butter, softened
4 cups flour
2 cups sour cream
FILLING 1
3/4 cup granulated sugar
5 tablespoons flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups milk, scalded
4 egg yolks, beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla
FILLING 2
2 (14 ounce) cans sweetened condensed milk
6 egg yolks, beaten
2 teaspoons vanilla
1/2 lb butter, softened

1
To make pastry, cut butter into flour until crumbly and blend in sour cream.
2
Form dough into 10 balls.
3
Cover each with wax paper and refrigerate overnight.
4
Allow dough to stand at room temperature for 15 minutes, then roll each ball into a wafer thin circle on a lightly floured board.
5
Prick all over and bake at 350 degrees F.
6
for 7 to 10 minutes.
7
Cool.
8
To make filling# 1--Mix together sugar, flour and salt in top of double boiler.
9
Gradually add hot milk, stirring constantly.
10
Cook and stir until mixture thickens.
11
Pour a small amount over egg yolks, mix thoroughly and pour back into hot mixture.
12
Cook for 2 minutes.
13
Cool, then add vanilla.
14
To make filling# 2--Pour milk into top of double boiler and cook, stirring frequently, until thickened- about 30 minutes.
15
Add egg yolks slowly in a thin stream, stirring constantly.
16
Add vanilla.
17
Cook and stir for 10 minutes.
18
CHILL.
19
Beat butter until fluffy, then slowly beat in chilled milk mixture.
20
TO ASSEMBLE TORTE: Place one layer of pastry on a platter and spread with either filling.
21
Continue stacking, alternating fillings, until 1 layer of pastry remains.
22
Frost top and sides with remaining filling.
23
Crush remaining pastry layer and cover torte with crumbs.
24
Refrigerate for several hours.

2575

kcal

Calories

192

Fat

162

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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: PASTRY, 1 lb butter, softened, 4 cups flour, 2 cups sour cream, and more.

Yes, Napoleon Torte 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.

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Napoleon Torte

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Variations & substitutions

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