Apple Mille Feuille with Vanilla Custard (gluten-free)
Indulge in the delightful layers of Apple Mille Feuille with Vanilla Custard, a gluten-free dessert that combines the crispness of fresh apples with the creaminess of homemade custard. This elegant treat is perfect for any occasion—from tea parties to family gatherings. The recipe is simple enough for novice bakers yet impressive enough to wow your guests. With its beautiful presentation and luscious flavors, this apple mille feuille is sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 10 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 kg apples (Fuji, Royal Gala, or Pink Lady)
- 150 g granulated sugar
- 4 egg yolks
- 600 ml milk (whole, skimmed, lactose-free, or plant-based)
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tsp vanilla bean paste
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Core and slice the apples into thin rounds. In a bowl, mix together sugar and cornstarch, then coat the apple slices evenly.
- Arrange the apple slices in a baking dish and bake for 30-40 minutes until tender and caramelized. Let cool.
- In a saucepan, whisk together egg yolks, cornstarch, sugar, and salt until smooth; gradually add milk while whisking. Cook over medium heat for about 10 minutes until thickened. Stir in vanilla bean paste.
- Layer baked apples followed by custard in a serving dish, repeating layers as needed and finishing with custard on top. Chill for at least one hour before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg