This iconic pastry, inspired by the French mille-feuille, has been a Dutch favorite since the 1800s. It’s known for its flaky layers, creamy custard filling, and signature pink glaze - though the glaze turns orange during Dutch national celebrations like King's Day or major sporting events to reflect the national colour of the Netherlands. But be warned: eating a tompouce can get deliciously messy! Some people dive in with a fork, others bite straight in (and deal with the squish), while some separate the layers to keep it clean. However you eat it, it’s always a delicious treat!
pastries
Total
1 hr + 15 min
Prep
20 min
Cook
25 min
Cool
30 min
Contains
soy
gluten
Free from
peanut
tree nut
sesame
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Just made this for my partner who hasn't had a custard/creme slice since before he became vegan (10 years) and he was so so happy. Didn't have icing sugar so made a sugar syrup/drizzle and no stabiliser so used a couple of teaspoons of potaot starch which worked out great! Really great and easy recipe!
PUL Team - March 10, 2025, 5:12 p.m.
Gosh this is so heartwarming, Molly! We're so happy to hear your partner loved it after such a long time 🥰
Ed - Feb. 28, 2025, 7:54 a.m.
Kan de app in het Nederlands a.u.b.
Bert - Feb. 8, 2025, 5:41 p.m.
All those birthday parties where everyone was eating a tompouce and I wasn't... made up for in one afternoon! We really enjoyed making and eating it, thank you! 🙏🏻
PUL Team - Feb. 8, 2025, 7:27 p.m.
Oh we're so happy to hear it was enjoyed, Bert, thanks a bunch 🥰
Irmen - Feb. 8, 2025, 3:29 p.m.
I am definitely gonna try them, maybe for Kingsday!
Preethi - Feb. 5, 2025, 8:37 p.m.
Thanks so much for not using food dyes in the recipe! <3
What others say
Just made this for my partner who hasn't had a custard/creme slice since before he became vegan (10 years) and he was so so happy. Didn't have icing sugar so made a sugar syrup/drizzle and no stabiliser so used a couple of teaspoons of potaot starch which worked out great! Really great and easy recipe!
Kan de app in het Nederlands a.u.b.
All those birthday parties where everyone was eating a tompouce and I wasn't... made up for in one afternoon! We really enjoyed making and eating it, thank you! 🙏🏻
I am definitely gonna try them, maybe for Kingsday!
Thanks so much for not using food dyes in the recipe! <3
They look sooooo pretty 😍 can't wait to try them.