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🇫🇷 **MILLE-FEUILLE — THE THOUSAND LAYERS** Crispy golden puff pastry layered with silky vanilla pastry cream and fresh raspberries. **Ingredients** For the pastry: * 1 sheet frozen puff pastry (about 250–300 g), thawed * 2 tablespoons powdered sugar, optional For the vanilla pastry cream: * 2 cups (480 ml) whole milk * 4 large egg yolks * ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar * 3 tablespoons (24 g) cornstarch * 2 tablespoons (28 g) unsalted butter * 2 teaspoons vanilla extract * A pinch of salt For decoration: * 12–15 fresh raspberries * Powdered sugar, for dusting **Step-by-Step Instructions** **1. Prepare the puff pastry** 1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). 2. Place the thawed puff pastry on parchment paper and prick it all over with a fork. 3. Cover with another sheet of parchment and place a second baking tray on top to keep the pastry flat. 4. Bake for 15–20 minutes, checking for even browning. 5. Remove the top tray and parchment, dust lightly with powdered sugar if desired, and bake uncovered for another 3–5 minutes until golden and crisp. 6. Cool completely, then cut into three equal rectangles using a sharp serrated knife. **2. Make the vanilla pastry cream** 1. Heat the milk in a saucepan until steaming, but do not let it boil vigorously. 2. In a bowl, whisk the egg yolks, sugar, cornstarch, and salt until smooth. 3. Slowly pour some hot milk into the egg mixture while whisking continuously. 4. Pour everything back into the saucepan. 5. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until thick and bubbling. Continue whisking for about 30–60 seconds. 6. Remove from the heat and stir in the butter and vanilla. 7. Transfer to a shallow bowl and press plastic wrap directly against the cream's surface. 8. Refrigerate until completely cold. Whisk briefly until smooth before using. **3. Assemble the mille-feuille** 1. Place one pastry rectangle on a serving plate. 2. Pipe or spread an even layer of chilled vanilla pastry cream over it. 3. Add the second pastry rectangle and another even layer of cream. 4. Carefully place the third pastry rectangle on top. 5. Arrange fresh raspberries neatly on the top. 6. Dust lightly with powdered sugar.