Millefeuille of Arequipe

Millefeuille of Arequipe

Introduction

If you’ve ever dreamed of biting into layers of delicate, flaky pastry with creamy, caramel-like sweetness, this Millefeuille of Arequipe is your dream come true. This dessert combines the buttery crispness of puff pastry with rich, velvety pastry cream and the irresistible caramel flavors of arequipe (dulce de leche). Perfect for special occasions or an indulgent weekend treat, it’s a show-stopping dessert that tastes as elegant as it looks. Each forkful offers a satisfying crunch followed by a smooth, sweet filling that will delight any sweet tooth.

Ingredients

Puff Pastry:

• 1 frozen puff pastry sheet, thawed

Pastry Cream:

• 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) milk
• 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
• A pinch of salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 tablespoons (24 g) cornstarch
• 3 egg yolks, beaten
• 1 tablespoon (14 g) butter

Filling:

• 1 cup (250 g) arequipe or dulce de leche

Instructions