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Chestnut Napoleon slice served
Simple and delicious homemade chestnut cream slice

Easy Chestnut Napoleon

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Cakes and Desserts
The 'Krémes' (Cream Slice) is one of the noblest uses of puff pastry. Using store-bought dough makes this dessert come together in moments, yet it looks like you spent hours in the kitchen. The dense, earthy flavor of chestnut pairs beautifully with the crispy, buttery pastry layers.
🕒 Prep Time 20 mins
🍳 Cook Time 15 mins
⌛ Total Time 1 hr 35 mins
🍽️ Servings 6 servings
🔥 Calories 560 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Baking Sheet - For baking the pastry sheets.
  • Fork - To dock the dough.
  • Sharp Knife - For slicing.

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Milk

Instructions

1 ✓

Preheat oven to 400°F. Unroll the pastry, cut into two equal sheets, and prick all over with a fork.

Tip: Pricking (docking) prevents huge bubbles from forming, ensuring flat, even layers.
2 ✓

Bake the sheets until golden brown (about 10-15 minutes), then let them cool completely.

Tip: The butter layers melt and create steam, which lifts the pastry.
3 ✓

Whip the heavy cream with the powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.

Tip: Use a stabilizer if you want extra hold, but stiff peaks usually suffice.
4 ✓

Loosen the chestnut puree, then fold in 2/3 of the whipped cream.

Tip: You can use the remaining plain whipped cream as a separate layer on top for a nice visual contrast.
5 ✓

Spread the chestnut cream over the bottom pastry sheet. Cut the top pastry sheet into desired serving squares, then arrange them on top of the cream.

Tip: This trick makes serving much easier and neater.
6 ✓

Chill for 1 hour, then dust with powdered sugar and chocolate shavings.

Tip: Chilling allows the pastry to soften slightly from the cream, making it easier to eat.

Recipe FAQ

Why didn't the puff pastry rise?
The oven wasn't hot enough. High heat (400°F+) is needed to create the steam that separates the layers.
How do I cut it without squishing the cream?
Pre-cut the top pastry layer into squares before assembling. This way, you don't have to saw through it on top of the soft cream.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Puff Pastry (thawed)
  • 10.5 oz Chestnut Puree (sweetened)
  • 1 1/4 cups Heavy Cream
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1 oz Dark Chocolate (shaved)