The most loved cake in Italy. You will do it every week! incredibly delicious!

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  1. Simple Ingredients : Made with pantry staples like flour, eggs, milk, and sugar—nothing fancy required.
  2. Creamy Custard Center : The velvety vanilla custard filling is rich, smooth, and utterly irresistible.
  3. Flaky Pastry Crust : A buttery, golden crust holds everything together beautifully.
  4. Customizable : Add lemon zest, cinnamon, or chocolate for extra flair.
  5. Perfect for Any Occasion : Elegant enough for celebrations but humble enough for everyday enjoyment.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Serves 8–10

For the Pastry Dough:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter , cold and cubed
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1/4 cup whole milk (plus more if needed)

For the Custard Filling:

  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 vanilla bean (or 1 tsp vanilla extract)
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter

For Topping:

  • 1/2 cup pine nuts
  • Powdered sugar , for dusting

Step-by-Step Instructions

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