How to Make Gâteau Vert-Vert, a Delicious French Pastry

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Gâteau vert-vert, also known as “green green cake,” is a traditional French pastry hailing from the charming region of Limousin. Don’t let the name fool you—it’s not actually green! The name refers to the vibrant green pistachios used in the filling, which turns a beautiful golden brown during baking. This delightful dessert features a flaky, buttery puff pastry crust generously filled with a sweet and nutty pistachio cream, offering a symphony of textures and flavors that will transport you straight to a Parisian patisserie. If you’re looking for an impressive yet surprisingly approachable dessert, gâteau vert-vert is an adventure worth taking!

Ingredients You’ll Need

For the pistachio cream:

  • 1 cup shelled pistachios
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 sheet of puff pastry, thawed

For the glaze:

  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1-2 tablespoons milk

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