Ingredients:
For the Pastry:
1 sheet puff pastry (store-bought or homemade)
1 large egg (for egg wash)
1 tablespoon water (for egg wash)
¼ cup granulated sugar (for sprinkling)
PREPARATION:
For the Vanilla Cream Filling:
1 ½ cups whole milk
½ cup heavy cream
½ cup granulated sugar
3 large egg yolks
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Decoration:
Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Melted chocolate or crushed nuts (optional)