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Irresistible Vanilla Custard Cream Squares: A Must-Try Dessert Recipe!

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Would You Try These Vanilla Custard Cream Squares? 🤩 Delight your taste buds with these delicious Vanilla Custard Cream Squares! A perfect balance of creamy, sweet custard and a crunchy base, this dessert will be your ne

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Confectioners’ sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch square baking dish.
  2. In a bowl, mix together flour, melted butter, and 1/4 cup sugar until a dough forms. Press into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  3. Bake the crust for 15 minutes or until lightly golden. Remove from oven and set aside.
  4. In a saucepan, heat milk over medium heat until just simmering.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk cornstarch, 1/2 cup sugar, egg yolks, vanilla extract, and salt. Gradually whisk in the hot milk.
  6. Return mixture to saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat.
  7. Pour the custard over the baked crust and spread evenly.
  8. Let the custard set in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
  9. Once set, cut into squares and dust with confectioners’ sugar before serving.

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