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These Vanilla Custard Cream Squares offer a beautiful contrast of textures: a tender, buttery shortbread base topped with a smooth, velvety custard layer. Thanks to cornstarch in the filling, the custard sets firmly enough for clean slices while staying luxuriously creamy. Refined yet easy to prepare, they\u2019re perfect alongside coffee or afternoon tea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Vanilla Custard Cream Squares
Ingredients
Shortbread Base<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1 cup all-purpose flour
\u00bd cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
2 tbsp granulated sugar
Pinch of salt<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Vanilla Custard Layer<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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2 cups whole milk
\u00bd cup granulated sugar
4 large egg yolks
3 tbsp cornstarch
2 tbsp unsalted butter
2 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Optional Finish<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Powdered sugar, for dusting<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Directions<\/p>\n\n\n\n
[1️⃣] Prepare the Crust
Preheat oven to 350\u00b0F. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in the cold butter using your fingers or a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press evenly into a parchment-lined 8\u00d78-inch pan. Bake for 18\u201322 minutes, until lightly golden. Let cool completely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
[2️⃣] Mix the Custard Base
In a saucepan, whisk together sugar and cornstarch to eliminate lumps. Gradually whisk in the milk and egg yolks until fully blended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
[3️⃣] Cook Until Thickened
Place over medium heat, stirring constantly and scraping along the bottom and sides of the pan. Cook for 5\u20137 minutes, or until the mixture thickens to a smooth, pudding-like consistency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
[4️⃣] Finish the Filling
Remove from heat and stir in butter, vanilla extract, and salt until fully incorporated. Pour the warm custard over the cooled crust, spreading evenly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
[5️⃣] Chill to Set
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour\u20142 to 3 hours is ideal for sharp, clean cuts\u2014until the custard is fully firm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
[6️⃣] Slice & Serve
Lift from the pan using the parchment overhang. Cut into squares and lightly dust with powdered sugar just before serving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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