Cream Pastry Squares (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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8 separated eggs.
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1 1/4 cups plain flour.
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4 cups of whole milk.
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2 sheets of puff pastry, defrosted.
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1 1/2 cups of white sugar.
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2 tablespoons of powdered sugar (plus extra to sprinkle).
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2 tablespoons of rum (optional).
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2 cups of chilled heavy cream.
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3 teaspoons of vanilla essence.
# Instructions:
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Turn on the oven to 350°F. Bake the thawed puff pastry sheets on trays for about 10 minutes or till they're golden. Let them cool.
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Heat 3 cups of milk in a pot. Mix egg yolks with sugar until they look pale and creamy, then stir in flour, vanilla, rum, and the leftover cup of milk.
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Combine the egg mixture with the hot milk and stir over heat till thick. Take off the stove.
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Whip the egg whites till they hold stiff peaks. Gently fold them into the custard mix.
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Place one puff pastry sheet into a dish and spread the prepared custard on top. Chill it for 1 to 2 hours.
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Spread a layer of whipped cream, then top it with pastry squares. Let it chill for another 2 hours.
# Notes:
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Chill everything for about 3 to 4 hours overall.
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Sprinkle powdered sugar before serving.
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Store in the fridge.