Starlit Blackberry Mille-Feuille
Find the recipe for this celestial gluten-free Starlit Blackberry Mille-Feuille, a luxurious French pastry that combines layers of puff pastry with blackberry cream and meringue.
Allergens
Dairy, Eggs, Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 1. Puff Pastry Sheets (gluten
- free) 2. Blackberries (fresh or frozen) 3. Caster Sugar 4. Egg Yolks 5. Lemon Zest 6. Cornstarch 7. Milk 8. Heavy Cream 9. Vanilla Extract 10. Meringue Cookies
Instructions
- Prepare the puff pastry as per package instructions and bake until golden and crispy. Allow to cool.
- Create a blackberry coulis by blending fresh or frozen blackberries with caster sugar, then strain to remove seeds.
- For the custard, whisk egg yolks, lemon zest, and cornstarch in a bowl. Gradually add milk while whisking to create a smooth mixture.
- Heat the mixture in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly until it thickens. Remove from heat and mix in vanilla extract. Cover with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming, and chill.
- Whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then fold into the chilled custard.
- Assemble the mille feuille by placing a layer of puff pastry on a plate, followed by a layer of blackberry coulis and a layer of the whipped blackberry cream. Repeat this process, finishing with a final layer of puff pastry.
- Crumble meringue cookies over the top for an added touch of indulgence.
Chef’s Insight
Allow each layer to set properly before assembling for best results.
Notes
Use high-quality, fresh ingredients for the best flavor.