Golden Crispy Puff Pastry Cream Rolls
Flaky, buttery, and filled with silky homemade custard cream — this puff pastry recipe creates layers that are incredibly crisp, light, and absolutely irresistible
Perfect for tea time, dessert tables, or whenever you want a bakery-style treat made right at home
Ingredients
For the Dough
100g butter, softened
2 Tbsp (24g) sugar
1/2 tsp salt
400g all-purpose flour
200ml cold water
Extra Flour
100g flour (for rolling and folding)
For the Butter Layers
250g cold butter
For the Custard Cream
250ml milk
4 Tbsp (48g) sugar
3 Tbsp (30g) cornstarch
1 egg yolk
2 Tbsp (30g) butter
A pinch of vanilla sugar
For Brushing
1 egg yolk
1 Tbsp milk
Granulated sugar for sprinkling
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Dough
In a large bowl, mix the softened butter, sugar, and salt. Add the flour and cold water, then knead until a soft dough forms.
Cover and let the dough rest for 20 minutes.
Step 2: Create the Layers
Roll the dough into a large rectangle on a lightly floured surface. Spread or place the cold butter over the dough, then fold it like a letter.
Roll it out again and repeat the folding process 3–4 times to create beautiful flaky layers. Chill the dough for 20 minutes between folds if needed.
Step 3: Make the Custard Cream
In a saucepan, whisk together the milk, sugar, cornstarch, and egg yolk until smooth.
Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thick and creamy. Remove from heat and stir in the butter and vanilla sugar.
Let the custard cool completely.
Step 4: Shape the Pastries
Roll out the chilled dough and cut into strips or rectangles.
Fill with the cooled custard cream and shape into rolls, twists, or pockets.
Place them on a parchment-lined baking tray.
Step 5: Bake
Mix the egg yolk with milk and brush over the pastries. Sprinkle generously with granulated sugar.
Bake in a preheated oven at 190°C (375°F) for 20–25 minutes, or until deeply golden, puffed, and crispy.
Serving Suggestion
Serve warm with coffee, tea, or a dusting of powdered sugar for the ultimate bakery-style dessert experience
