Follow these steps for perfect results
milk
heated
eggs
large
egg yolks
large
sugar
all-purpose flour
cornstarch
vanilla extract
pure
heavy cream
confectioners' sugar
plus more for dusting
phyllo dough
unsalted butter
melted
dulce de leche
warmed
strawberries
thinly sliced lengthwise
Heat milk in a saucepan until hot.
Whisk eggs, egg yolks, and sugar in a heatproof bowl.
Whisk in flour, cornstarch, and vanilla until smooth.
Gradually whisk in the hot milk.
Pour mixture into saucepan and cook over moderate heat, whisking constantly, until the custard thickens.
Strain the custard into a bowl and refrigerate until chilled, stirring occasionally.
Beat heavy cream with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
Beat in confectioners' sugar until combined.
Fold the custard into the whipped cream.
Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate.
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Lay one sheet of phyllo dough on a work surface and brush with melted butter.
Top with another sheet and brush with butter; repeat twice more.
Cut out nine 4-inch squares from the layered phyllo.
Cut each square diagonally to form 18 triangles.
Transfer triangles to baking sheets and cover with parchment paper.
Top with another baking sheet and bake until browned.
Repeat with the remaining phyllo sheets and butter.
Place a phyllo triangle on each of 8 plates.
Spread with dulce de leche and custard cream.
Top with another phyllo triangle; repeat 4 more times.
Finish with a sixth phyllo triangle.
Garnish each napoleon with a sliced strawberry.
Dust with confectioners' sugar and serve.
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.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Custard can be made a day in advance.
Elegant and layered, with a sprinkle of confectioners' sugar.
Serve immediately after assembly to maintain crispness.
Accompany with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Pairs well with the sweetness of the dessert.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Napoleons are a classic French pastry; dulce de leche adds a Latin American twist.
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