# Classic Kremshnit – Israeli Dairy Napoleon

A classic Israeli-style Napoleon dessert made with layered crispy puff pastry and a rich, creamy vanilla filling.

- Servings: 1 napoleon
- Category: Dessert
- Difficulty: easy
- Diet: vegetarian, kosher
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 1 package frozen puff pastry sheet
- 3 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 package instant vanilla pudding
- 1/2 cup sugar
- powdered sugar (optional)
- sliced strawberries in sugar (optional)

## Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 355°F.
2. Lay the puff pastry sheets on a baking tray lined with parchment paper, cut in half down the middle, and prick gently with a fork.
3. Cover with another piece of parchment paper and place another baking tray or oven-safe pan on top to weigh it down.
4. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and crispy, then let cool.
5. Break or cut one of the baked sheets into small pieces for the topping and set aside.
6. Whip the heavy cream, milk, vanilla pudding powder, and sugar until firm peaks form.
7. Assemble the Kremshnit by placing one full sheet of baked puff pastry on a tray, spreading cream on top, and repeating until you have 3 layers of puff pastry with cream as the top layer.
8. Cover the entire assembly with the crumbled puff pastry pieces.
9. Sprinkle generously with powdered sugar and chill for at least 3 hours.
10. Serve with sliced strawberries in sugar on top as garnish.

## Equipment

- baking tray
- parchment paper
- fork
- oven
- knife

## Tips

- Let the kremshnit set in the fridge for at least 3–4 hours before serving to firm up.
- Slice gently with a serrated knife or a sharp knife dipped in hot water to prevent the top from cracking.

## Source

- Original video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DJ95nrMxi0f/
- Creator: Sarah M Lasry - EASY RECIPES  & TRAVEL
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/6d7f591b-6f2b-4c13-bcb9-784fd8305119
- Extracted: 2026-08-03

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