CUSTARD SQUARES
This is a really old fashioned recipe for custard squares that does not use custard powder. My MIL makes these when her wonderful son has done some thing really good, or just when she wants to give us a treat, and I adore them... so I've been attempting my own and here is what I came up with.
Provided by Kiwibird 2
Categories Dessert
Time 2h55m
Yield 9-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Roll your sheets of pastry very thin. You are looking for 2 squares/rectangles that are approximately 30cm x 30cm each. Prick them well all over and then place on baking sheets (roll on baking parchment and then slide the whole lot onto the baking sheet for ease of use) and bake at 210C for 10 - 12 minutes (or until golden brown and cooked through). Leave the pastry sheets to cool while you make the custard.
- Put 2 Cups of milk into a pan with the butter and heat to melt.
- Mix the cornflour, icing sugar and eggs to a smooth paste with the remaining 1/2 cup of milk.
- Remove the milk and butter from the heat and whisk in the egg mixture then return to the heat.
- Cook over medium heat until the mixture thickens and then for a further 5 minutes, stirring constantly (a wooden spoon works well here). Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla. Leave the custard until cool.
- Place one sheet of pastry on a piece of baking parchment on a tray or board and cover with all the cool custard. Place the other pastry sheet on top and press down slightly until both sheets have adhered to the pastry.
- Sift the cocoa and icing sugar together, then stir in the milk to make a smooth, spreadable icing.
- Ice the whole lot with Chocolate icing and then place in the fridge for a couple of hours so that the whole thing is a little easier to manage. Cut into squares with a serrated knife and serve. Store any remaining squares in the fridge in an airtight container (don't worry, they won't last long!).
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Javo Raje
[email protected]These custard squares are the perfect dessert for any occasion. They are delicious, easy to make, and always a crowd-pleaser. I highly recommend them!
Cassandra Lepage
[email protected]I've made these custard squares several times now and they always turn out perfectly. They are a family favorite and I always get rave reviews when I bring them to parties.
Amrit Thapa
[email protected]These custard squares are a great way to use up leftover puff pastry. They are quick and easy to make, and they are always a hit with my family and friends.
milad safarnia
[email protected]I made these custard squares for a bake sale and they sold out in minutes! Everyone loved them and asked for the recipe. They are so easy to make and they look very impressive.
SOFT LIGHT DANCERS
[email protected]These custard squares are the perfect dessert for a summer party. They are light and refreshing, and the custard is not too sweet. I love that I can use fresh fruit to decorate them.
Tausif Nur
[email protected]I've tried many custard square recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. The custard is creamy and smooth, and the pastry is flaky and golden brown. I will definitely be making these again and again.
Douglas Sturgeon
[email protected]These custard squares are a delicious and elegant dessert that is sure to impress your guests. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. I highly recommend them!
Rosa Hernandez
[email protected]I made these custard squares for my husband's birthday and he loved them! He said they were the best custard squares he had ever had. Thanks for sharing this recipe!
Abiha Siddiue
[email protected]These custard squares are so easy to make and they taste amazing! I love that I can use pre-made puff pastry to save time. The custard is creamy and delicious, and the pastry is flaky and golden brown.
Sy Godfrey
[email protected]I've made these custard squares several times now and they always turn out great. They are a family favorite and I always get rave reviews when I bring them to parties.
hafiz yasirmughal
[email protected]These custard squares are the perfect dessert for any occasion. They are delicious, easy to make, and always a crowd-pleaser. I highly recommend them!
Anu Nagarkoti
[email protected]I made these custard squares for a party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them and asked for the recipe. They are so easy to make and look very impressive.
kabir shah
[email protected]These custard squares were a hit with my family! They were so easy to make and turned out perfectly. The custard was creamy and delicious, and the pastry was flaky and golden brown. I will definitely be making these again soon.