Certainly! Here’s a simple recipe for Vanilla Custard Bars:
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- A pinch of salt
For the Custard Layer:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole milk
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare the Crust: In a medium-sized bowl, combine the flour, softened butter, powdered sugar, and a pinch of salt. Mix until the dough comes together. Press the mixture into the bottom of a greased 9×9-inch baking pan. Bake the crust in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes or until it’s lightly golden.
3. Make the Custard Layer: In another bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, flour, baking powder, and salt. Add in the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing well. Finally, stir in the milk until the mixture is smooth.
4. Assemble and Bake: Pour the custard mixture over the baked crust. Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes or until the custard is set and the top is lightly browned.
5. Cool and Cut: Allow the vanilla custard bars to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, refrigerate for a couple of hours to firm up the custard. Once chilled, cut into bars.
6. Optional: Dust with Powdered Sugar: If desired, dust the tops of the bars with powdered sugar before serving.
Enjoy these delicious Vanilla Custard Bars! They make for a delightful dessert or sweet treat for any occasion.
