Mille-Feuille: A Thousand Leaves

The Mille-Feuille (literally “thousand sheets”) is the ultimate test of puff pastry. The dough is folded and rolled repeatedly to create distinct, shattering layers. When baked, these layers rise to hold a rich Crème Pâtissière. The contrast between the caramelized, crisp pastry and the cool, vanilla-scented cream is the hallmark of French pastry elegance.