These Sour Cream Custard Puff Pastry Rolls are a delicate balance of sweet and tangy, with a rich custard filling nestled inside flaky, golden puff pastry. The creamy sour cream custard becomes silky when baked, offering a luxurious texture that’s perfect for brunch, tea time, or as an elegant dessert.
A little taste of European bakery magic in every bite!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
Silky Custard Center: A soft, spoonable filling that melts in your mouth.
Crispy Puff Layers: Golden and airy—perfectly crisp on the outside, tender within.
Versatile Flavor Base: Sweet or savory? Your choice!
Quick Assembly: Make the custard ahead and roll them up fast.
Great for Gifting or Sharing: Perfect for holidays, picnics, or breakfast trays.
Ingredients (Makes 12 rolls):
For the Custard Filling:
- 1 large egg (about 50g without shell)
- 110g (½ cup + 1 tbsp) granulated sugar
- 10g (2 tsp) vanilla sugar , or 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1½ tbsp cornstarch (for thickening – about 15g)
- 350g (1½ cups) full-fat sour cream (or thick Greek yogurt)
- 40g (3 tbsp) unsalted butter , cubed
For the Puff Pastry:
- 1 sheet all-butter puff pastry , thawed (about 260–300g)
- 1 large egg , beaten (for egg wash)
- Pinch of fine sea salt
- Pinch of freshly ground black pepper (optional – for savory twist)
Optional Garnish:
- Powdered sugar (for sweet version)
- Fresh herbs or grated cheese (for savory version)
- Drizzle of fruit preserves or honey
- Mild garlic-herb dip for savory service
