Vanilla Custard Cream Squares
🥄 Introduction
Vanilla Custard Cream Squares are soft, creamy, and perfectly sweet layered treats. With a smooth custard filling and light base, they’re perfect for dessert, tea time, or special occasions. 😋
🧾 Ingredients
🍰 Base:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup butter (melted)
- ¼ cup sugar
🍮 Custard Filling:
- 2 cups milk 🥛
- 3 tbsp custard powder (vanilla flavor)
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla essence
🍦 Cream Layer:
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Base
➡️ Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F)
➡️ Mix flour, butter, and sugar until crumbly
➡️ Press into a baking dish
➡️ Bake for 12–15 minutes until lightly golden
➡️ Let it cool completely
2️⃣ Make Custard
➡️ In a bowl, mix custard powder with a little milk
➡️ Heat remaining milk + sugar in a pan
➡️ Add custard mixture and stir continuously
➡️ Cook until thick and smooth
➡️ Add vanilla essence
➡️ Let it cool slightly
3️⃣ Assemble Layers
➡️ Pour custard over cooled base
➡️ Spread evenly
➡️ Chill for 1–2 hours until set
4️⃣ Add Cream Layer
➡️ Whip cream with powdered sugar
➡️ Spread over custard layer
➡️ Chill again for 30–60 minutes
5️⃣ Serve
➡️ Cut into squares
➡️ Serve chilled 🍽️
🍽️ Serving Ideas
🍓 Top with fresh fruits
🍫 Sprinkle chocolate shavings
☕ Serve with tea or coffee
❓ Quick Q&A
Q1: Can I use store custard powder?
👉 Yes, vanilla custard powder works perfectly.
Q2: Why is my custard lumpy?
👉 Stir continuously on low heat to keep it smooth.
Q3: Can I make it ahead?
👉 Yes! It tastes even better after chilling overnight.
🌟 Final Note
This dessert is simple, creamy, and always a crowd favorite. Perfect when you want something sweet without too much effort 💛