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Vanilla Custard Cream Squares

Creamy Vanilla Custard Cream Squares to Satisfy Your Sweet Cravings

Indulge in these Vanilla Custard Cream Squares with a buttery crust and smooth custard filling, perfect for any sweet craving.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 9 squares
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup unsalted Butter softened
  • 1 cup all-purpose Flour
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar
For the Custard
  • 2 cups Whole Milk
  • 4 large Eggs
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract pure preferred
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar for dusting

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Medium Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Step 1: Prepare the Crust
  1. Combine softened unsalted butter, all-purpose flour, and granulated sugar until resembling coarse crumbs. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Press mixture into a greased baking dish and bake for 15–20 minutes until golden brown.
Step 2: Make the Custard
  1. Gently heat whole milk in a saucepan until steaming. Whisk together eggs, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Gradually temper the eggs with warm milk, then return to saucepan and stir until thickened, about 8-10 minutes.
Step 3: Combine
  1. Pour the thickened custard over the cooled crust, ensuring an even layer. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2–4 hours.
Step 4: Serve
  1. Slice the squares into pieces, dust with powdered sugar, and serve with fresh berries or chocolate sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Allow sufficient chilling time for best texture. Consider variations in crust options.

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