Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
1 cup

milk

heated

2 unit

eggs

large

2 unit

egg yolks

large

0.25 cup

sugar

2 tbsp

all-purpose flour

2 tbsp

cornstarch

1 tsp

vanilla extract

pure

1 cup

heavy cream

0.25 cup

confectioners' sugar

plus more for dusting

12 sheets

phyllo dough

1.5 sticks

unsalted butter

melted

1.25 cups

dulce de leche

warmed

8 unit

strawberries

thinly sliced lengthwise

Step 1
~3 min

Heat milk in a saucepan until hot.

Step 2
~3 min

Whisk eggs, egg yolks, and sugar in a heatproof bowl.

Step 3
~3 min

Whisk in flour, cornstarch, and vanilla until smooth.

Step 4
~3 min

Gradually whisk in the hot milk.

Step 5
~3 min

Pour mixture into saucepan and cook over moderate heat, whisking constantly, until the custard thickens.

Step 6
~3 min

Strain the custard into a bowl and refrigerate until chilled, stirring occasionally.

Step 7
~3 min

Beat heavy cream with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.

Step 8
~3 min

Beat in confectioners' sugar until combined.

Step 9
~3 min

Fold the custard into the whipped cream.

Step 10
~3 min

Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate.

Step 11
~3 min

Preheat oven to 350°F.

Step 12
~3 min

Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 13
~3 min

Lay one sheet of phyllo dough on a work surface and brush with melted butter.

Step 14
~3 min

Top with another sheet and brush with butter; repeat twice more.

Step 15
~3 min

Cut out nine 4-inch squares from the layered phyllo.

Step 16
~3 min

Cut each square diagonally to form 18 triangles.

Step 17
~3 min

Transfer triangles to baking sheets and cover with parchment paper.

Step 18
~3 min

Top with another baking sheet and bake until browned.

Step 19
~3 min

Repeat with the remaining phyllo sheets and butter.

Step 20
~3 min

Place a phyllo triangle on each of 8 plates.

Step 21
~3 min

Spread with dulce de leche and custard cream.

Step 22
~3 min

Top with another phyllo triangle; repeat 4 more times.

Step 23
~3 min

Finish with a sixth phyllo triangle.

Step 24
~3 min

Garnish each napoleon with a sliced strawberry.

Step 25
~3 min

Dust with confectioners' sugar and serve.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure phyllo dough is kept moist while working to prevent it from drying out.

Warm the dulce de leche slightly for easier spreading.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Custard can be made a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium (sweet, buttery)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve immediately after assembly to maintain crispness.

Accompany with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fresh berries
Whipped cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Likely France, influenced by Spanish/Latin American dulce de leche

Cultural Significance

Napoleons are a classic French pastry; dulce de leche adds a Latin American twist.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Special occasions
Holidays

Occasion Tags

Birthday
Holiday
Celebration
Party

Popularity Score

75/100

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