Puff pastry layers
Puff pastry layers, or mille-feuille, are a classic French pastry made from laminated dough that creates hundreds of crisp, buttery layers. The dish typically features alternating layers of puff pastry and pastry cream or whipped cream, often topped with a glaze or fondant. It's a staple of pâtisseries worldwide, originating from France.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dessert is high in carbohydrates and fat due to the butter-rich pastry and sweet fillings, with minimal protein. A single serving can range from 300 to 500 calories, providing quick energy from sugars and fats but limited essential nutrients.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 270 kcal |
| Protein | 3 g |
| Carbs | 22 g |
| Fat | 19 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 1 g |
| Sodium | 200 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 IU |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 1.5 mg |
| Vitamin K | 8 mcg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.15 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 1.2 mg |
| Calcium | 15 mg |
| Iron | 1.5 mg |
Per 1 sheet (approx. 60 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The name 'mille-feuille' means 'thousand leaves' in French, highlighting the intricate layering technique that requires precise folding and chilling. Nutritionally, it's a treat best enjoyed in moderation, as its high calorie and fat content make it more of an occasional indulgence than a dietary staple.
