STRAWBERRY NAPOLEON

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I 'constructed' this elegant and popular creation 6 years ago, and my wife, Deci, embellished it into a work of art.-Dean Barns, Farmington, New Mexico

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 package (17-1/4 ounces) frozen puff pastry sheets, thawed
3/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups milk
3 egg yolks, beaten
1 tablespoon butter
3 teaspoons vanilla extract
TOPPING:
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 pints fresh strawberries, sliced
Additional confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • On a lightly floured surface, roll out each pastry sheet to a 9-in. square. Place on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 30 minutes or until golden brown. , Meanwhile, in a saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch and salt. Gradually add milk until smooth. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of hot filling into egg yolks; return all to pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Gently stir in butter and vanilla. Pour into a bowl; cover surface with plastic wrap. Refrigerate, without stirring, until chilled. , For topping, beat cream in a chilled large bowl until it begins to thicken. Add sugar and vanilla; beat until soft peaks form. , Place one pastry square on a serving platter. Top with the custard, strawberries, sweetened whipped cream and second pastry. Dust with confectioners' sugar. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 475 calories, Fat 29g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 114mg cholesterol, Sodium 226mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Pronob Sarkar
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This recipe is a bit challenging, but it's worth the effort. The Napoleon is stunning and delicious.


Imran Rasool
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This is the best Strawberry Napoleon recipe I've ever tried. It's a keeper!


Sunni Aldrich
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I'm definitely going to try this recipe again. It's a great way to use up fresh strawberries.


Tshepo Tshepo
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This recipe was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I was able to adjust the sugar to my liking.


Hekar Boy
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I love the combination of strawberries and custard in this recipe. It's a perfect summer dessert.


Hasnain 900
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I've tried several Strawberry Napoleon recipes and this one is by far the best. The layers are perfect and the flavor is amazing.


Mitcheline Mukucha
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth the effort. The Napoleon is so delicious and it's perfect for a special occasion.


Muazam Muazam
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I'm not a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the Napoleon turned out great. I'll definitely make it again.


Cabdiqani Yamani
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This is my go-to recipe for Strawberry Napoleon. It's always a hit and it's not too difficult to make.


Malik Shiraz
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I made this recipe for a special occasion and it turned out beautifully. The presentation was very impressive.


njoroge gatitu
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The puff pastry was a bit difficult to work with, but the end result was worth it. The Napoleon was a hit at my party!


AM Production
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Iqbal jamria
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This recipe was a bit too challenging for me, but the final product was delicious. I'll definitely try it again when I have more experience.


Melissa P Chitrin
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I'm not a huge fan of strawberries, but I loved this recipe. The puff pastry was perfectly flaky and the custard was creamy and smooth.


Thushara Sampath
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The custard filling was a bit too sweet for my taste, but otherwise this recipe was fantastic.


LUTAYA SALIMU
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. It's a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth the effort.


G0SS1P SW4G
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The instructions were easy to follow and the end result was stunning. My friends and family were very impressed!


Wajahat Awan
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This Strawberry Napoleon recipe was a delightful success! The layers of flaky puff pastry, creamy custard, and fresh strawberries were a perfect combination of flavors and textures.


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