1. Bake the puff pastry
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Place the puff pastry sheet on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
Sprinkle lightly with sugar if desired.
Bake for 15–20 minutes until the pastry becomes golden and crispy.
Let it cool completely, then break it into small pieces.
2. Prepare the custard cream
In a saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until warm but not boiling.
In a bowl, whisk together:
- egg yolks
- sugar
- cornstarch
Slowly pour the warm milk into the egg mixture while whisking constantly.
3. Cook the cream
Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly.
Cook for about 5–7 minutes until the cream thickens.
Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla extract.
Let the cream cool.
4. Assemble the dessert
Take serving glasses and start layering:
1️⃣ Add a layer of puff pastry pieces
2️⃣ Add a layer of vanilla cream
3️⃣ Repeat the layers until the glass is full
Finish with a generous layer of cream on top.
5. Decorate
Sprinkle with powdered sugar and add fresh berries if desired.
6. Chill before serving
Place the dessert in the refrigerator for 30–60 minutes so the layers set slightly and the flavors blend.
✨ Tips for the Perfect Napoleon in a Glass
- Use very crispy puff pastry for the best texture.
- You can mix the cream with whipped cream for a lighter filling.
- Add caramel or chocolate drizzle for extra flavor.
💡 Serving Idea:
Serve this dessert in clear glasses so the beautiful layers are visible—it makes the dessert look even more elegant.
