The Mille-Feuille, also known as the “thousand-layer cake,” is a classic French pastry beloved for its crisp puff pastry, creamy filling, and elegant presentation. This Vanilla Lemon Mille-Feuille adds a refreshing citrus twist, balancing the sweetness of pastry cream with bright lemon flavor. Perfect for afternoon tea, special occasions, or a decadent dessert.

Ingredients

For the Puff Pastry:

1 sheet of store-bought puff pastry (or homemade, chilled)

1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

1 tbsp granulated sugar

For the Vanilla Lemon Pastry Cream: