Napoleon Roulette

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Napoleon Roulette is a type of cake that is made up of layers of thin and flaky pastry sheets filled with rich, creamy custard. The cake is typically rolled up and sliced into small, bite-sized pieces that are perfect for serving as a dessert or snack. Some variations of the cake also include fruit fillings, such as strawberries or raspberries, for added sweetness and texture. Napoleon Roulette is a classic and decadent dessert that is sure to impress any sweet tooth.

Napoleon Roulette Ingredients

2 sheets of large puff pastryPowdered sugar for dusting

For The Cream

2 tbsp corn starch3 tbsp flour2 cups sugar1/2 tsp vanillin3 cups milk4 tbsp butter at room temperature

Steps

Whisk together all the ingredients for the cream and cook it on low heat by stirring constantly until it thickens. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate 1-2 hours.Using a mixer whisk the cream plus 4 tbsp butter until creamy. Store in fridge until ready to use.Cut the puff pastry width wise into 1/2 an inch strips. Bake at 385F 25-30 minutes until golden.Allow the puff pastry to cool, for about 1 hour.Separate 8-9 pieces of the puff pastry sticks and crumble in a bowl and save for finishing touches.Roll the roulette in foil and refrigerate overnight.Save about 3/4 cup of the cream and refrigerate for finishing touches.The next morning, spread the 3/4 cups of the cream all over the roulette. Pour the crumbled puff pastry on the roulette and dust with powdered sugar and serve.Enjoy!