Puff Pastry Slices with Vanilla Cream & Chocolate Drizzle

4️⃣ Assembly

1. Place one sheet of puff pastry on a flat serving surface.
2. ➡️ Spread a generous, even layer of cooled vanilla cream across the surface.
3. ➡️ Place a second puff pastry layer on top and gently press down.
4. ➡️ Spread an even layer of whipped cream over this layer.
5. ➡️ Add the third puff pastry layer as the final top.
6. Pipe decorative swirls or dollops of whipped cream on top for a refined finish.

5️⃣ Finishing ✨

1. Drizzle thin stripes of melted dark chocolate over the top using a spoon or piping bag for a refined pattern.
2. Lightly dust with powdered sugar for a soft, snowy finish.
3. Refrigerate the assembled dessert for at least 1 hour before slicing. This helps the layers set and makes cutting cleaner and easier.

💡 Tips

• Use a serrated knife or a hot knife (wiped clean between slices) to cut through the layers without crushing them.
• For added richness, fold 1 tablespoon of mascarpone into the whipped cream before spreading.
• To keep the puff pastry crisp, assemble the dessert shortly before serving.

🔄 Variations

• Add finely grated lemon zest to the vanilla cream for a citrusy note.
• Swap the vanilla cream for chocolate pastry cream for a richer twist.
• Layer with fresh strawberries or raspberries between the cream for a fruity burst. 🍓