Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease or line a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Roll out half of the crescent dough and press into the bottom of the dish. Bake for 10 minutes until lightly golden. Set aside.
3. In a saucepan, whisk together milk, sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until slightly thickened.
4. In a bowl, whisk egg yolks. Slowly add a bit of the hot milk mixture to temper the yolks.
5. Pour the yolks back into the saucepan and continue to cook until thick and smooth.
6. Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla extract. Let custard cool for 10–15 minutes.
7. Spread the custard evenly over the baked bottom layer.
8. Roll out and place the remaining dough over the custard layer. Gently press it down.
9. Bake for another 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
10. Cool completely, then chill in the fridge for at least 3 hours.
11. Dust with powdered sugar before slicing and serving.
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 35 minutes | Chill Time: 3 hours | Total Time: 3 hours 55 minutes
Kcal: 320 kcal | Servings: 12 bars
Tips & Serving Suggestions:
– Add a pinch of lemon zest to the custard for brightness.
– Serve with fresh berries or whipped cream on the side.
– Use puff pastry for a more traditional flaky finish.
– Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Conclusion:
Creamy vanilla custard bars are a luxurious and nostalgic dessert with layers of richness and light sweetness. They’re beautiful, easy to slice, and sure to impress anyone who takes a bite.
