Croatian Krempita/Kremsnita (also known as Bled Lake Cream Cake)

puff pastry

🥗Healthier: phyllo dough

💰Cheaper: homemade dough

Phyllo dough is lighter and can be less expensive to make at home.

whipped cream

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: store-bought whipped topping

Coconut cream offers a dairy-free option, while store-bought is often more affordable.

Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).

Roll out puff pastry and line a baking dish.

Bake pastry until golden, about 15-20 minutes.

Let the pastry cool completely after baking.

In a saucepan, combine milk, sugar, and vanilla extract over medium heat until warm.

In a bowl, whisk together eggs and cornstarch until smooth.

Gradually add warm milk mixture to the egg mixture, whisking constantly.

Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook, stirring, until thickened, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove from heat and stir in butter until melted and smooth.

Pour the custard over the cooled pastry and spread evenly.

Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to set.

Top with whipped cream before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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