Easy Vanilla Slice

Bring back the sweet memories of your local bakery with this Easy Vanilla Slice!

Featuring layers of flaky puff pastry, creamy vanilla custard, and a classic pink icing sprinkled with coconut, this quick and simple recipe is pure nostalgia.

Made with everyday ingredients, it’s the perfect no-fuss dessert for family gatherings, afternoon tea or when you’re craving a taste of home. Get ready to fall in love with this classic Aussie favourite—made easy!

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Author: Ange Zahn

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Easy Vanilla Slice

Indulge in nostalgia with my Easy Vanilla Slice recipe. Reminiscent of childhood trips to the local bakery, this delectable treat boasts layers of creamy custard nestled between flaky pastry and topped with a delicious pink icing.

Prep time: 30 MinCook time: 10 MinInactive time: 30 MinTotal time: 1 H & 10 M

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Ingredients

Pastry

• 1 sheet puff pastry
• Egg

Vanilla Filling

• 1 x 100g Cottees Instant Vanilla Flavoured Dessert Mix
• 300ml thickened cream
• 150ml milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla

Icing

• 1 cup icing mixture
• 30-50g unsalted butter
• 1-2 tablespoons boiling hot water
• Pink food colouring
• Desiccated coconut

Instructions

Pastry

1. Preheat the oven 200ºC and line a baking tray with baking paper.
2. Place the pastry on a chopping board and cut into 6 even rectangles. Place rectangles onto the lined baking tray.
3. Lightly whisk the egg in a small dish and brush over each of the rectangles. Bake in the oven for 5-10 minutes or until lightly golden. Allow to cool.

Vanilla Filling

1. Pour the pudding mix, cream, milk and vanilla into a bowl and using electric beaters or a stand mixer, mix on low speed to combine, then high speed until thick and creamy.

Icing

1. Prepare the icing by mixing all ingredients (minus the coconut) into a small bowl until you have a spreadable consistency.

Assemble the Vanilla Slice

1. Cut each pastry piece along the seam and lay cut side up. Spoon custard filling onto the bottom half and cover with the lid. Spread the icing on top and sprinkle with coconut.

Notes

• If the icing is too runny, add extra icing mixture
• If the icing is too thick, add extra boiling hot water
• I used Colour Mill 'Fusion' colour

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