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Vanilla Custard Cream Squares Recipe

Vanilla Custard Cream Squares Recipe
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Rich and creamy vanilla custard squares layered on a buttery shortbread base, finished with a dusting of powdered sugar. These elegant treats are silky, delicate, and perfect for afternoon tea or a refined dessert platter.

Ingredients

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For the Shortbread Base:

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ¼ tsp salt

For the Vanilla Custard Filling:

  • 2 cups milk
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 3 tbsp cornstarch
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter

For the Topping:

  • Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8″ pan with parchment, leaving an overhang.
  2. To make the base, cream butter and powdered sugar until fluffy. Add flour and salt, mixing until soft dough forms. Press evenly into the pan. Bake 15‑18 minutes until light golden. Cool slightly.
  3. Meanwhile, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and egg yolks in a saucepan. Gradually whisk in milk and cream until smooth.
  4. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until custard thickens and bubbles. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla and butter.
  5. Pour hot custard over the shortbread base. Smooth the top and cool to room temperature.
  6. Chill for at least 2 hours until set. Remove from pan via parchment and slice into 9 or 12 squares.
  7. Dust the tops generously with powdered sugar just before serving.

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