Passionfruit Vanilla Slice Recipe

Overview:

Indulge in the delightful Australian tradition of Passionfruit Vanilla Slice! This delectable treat, beloved in school tuckshops and bakeries across the land, is sure to become a favorite in your home too. With a buttery puff pastry base, creamy vanilla custard filling, and tangy passionfruit icing, each bite is a burst of tropical flavor. Perfect for a quick dessert or a sweet snack, this recipe is quick to make and always a hit with both kids and adults alike.

Cook Time: 30 minutes
Prep Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 12
Calories: 398.1 per serving
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (based on 3 reviews)

Ingredients:

2 sheets puff pastry
1/4 cup caster sugar
1/4 cup milk
1 tsp vanilla essence
1 1/2 cups passionfruit pulp
1 cup unsalted butter
1/4 cup icing sugar

Instructions:

Preparing the Pastry:

Preheat your oven to 210°C.
Line two oven trays with baking paper.
Place one sheet of puff pastry on each tray.
Prick the pastry all over with a fork.
Bake for 10 to 15 minutes until golden brown.
Allow the pastry to cool completely.

Making the Custard:

In a heavy saucepan, mix custard powder, caster sugar, and cream.
Gradually add the milk, stirring constantly over medium heat.
Continue stirring until the custard boils and thickens.
Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla essence.
Cover the surface with baking paper or cling wrap to prevent a skin from forming.
Let the custard cool completely.

Preparing the Passionfruit Icing:

In a heatproof bowl, combine passionfruit pulp, butter, and icing sugar.
Place the bowl over a pan of simmering water.
Stir until the icing is smooth and remove from heat.

Assembling the Slice:

Place one sheet of pastry into a baking tin of the same size.
Cut the pastry to fit if necessary.
Spread the cooled custard evenly over the pastry.
Carefully place the second pastry sheet on top of the custard.
Spread the passionfruit icing evenly over the top pastry layer.

Chilling and Serving:

Refrigerate the assembled slice for several hours until set.
The pastry will soften slightly, and the custard should firm up.
Use a serrated knife to cut into squares before serving.

Enjoy Your Passionfruit Vanilla Slice!

With its buttery pastry, creamy custard, and zesty passionfruit topping, this slice is a true taste sensation. Whether enjoyed as a dessert, snack, or sweet treat at gatherings, it’s bound to disappear quickly! Embrace the flavors of Australia with this irresistible recipe.