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Vanilla slice
Bake puff sheets at 200ยฐC under a second tray so they stay flat, 15 minutes. Cool. Trim to a tin.
Questions about this dish
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How long does Vanilla slice take?
4 hr 50 min all in โ 25 min prep, 25 min cook, 4 hr rest. Cook and rest follow the method. Leftover storage and optional extra waits are not included.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 9 squares. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Medium.
How spicy is it?
No chilli.
What allergens should I watch?
This recipe is labelled for Wheat, Eggs, Milk. Labels are informational โ check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Vegetarian.
What does it cost to cook?
Cheap night โ about Under $8 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Oven, Saucepan.
How much salt do I put in?
This recipe does not list a salt amount. We will not invent one.
How much sugar?
140 g of Sugar.
What can I use instead?
Puff pastry โ Sponge sheets. A different, softer slice. Still custard.
Any tips from this recipe?
A teaspoon of gelatine in the hot custard is the bakery insurance policy. Passionfruit icing is the other religion.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.