Napoleon cake with condensed milk cream
10 servings
180 minutes
Napoleon cake is a legendary treat with a history that dates back centuries. According to one version, it was created in honor of Napoleon's victory, and its layered structure symbolizes the complexity of military campaigns. This dessert delights with crispy layers soaked in a delicate cream made from boiled condensed milk and butter. The cream adds sweetness and a velvety texture that perfectly complements the crumbly dough. The cake is not only a decoration for the festive table but also brings an atmosphere of coziness and warm memories. Napoleon is especially good after several hours in the fridge when the layers soak and become soft, creating a harmony of flavors and textures.

1
Chop the margarine and sifted flour into crumbs.
- Margarine: 250 g
- Wheat flour: 2.5 glasss
2
Add cold water with a drop of vinegar.
- Water: 0.5 glass
3
Mix everything until homogeneous and send to the refrigerator for 1 hour.
4
Divide the dough and roll it out into thin layers.
5
Place the dough on a baking sheet and poke it with a fork in several places.
6
Bake one layer at 200 degrees until browned.
7
For the cream: boil condensed milk in boiling water for 3 hours. Whip the cooled condensed milk with butter.
- Condensed milk: 1 jar
- Butter: 200 g
8
Layer the cooled cakes alternately, spreading cream in between. After placing the last cake, press the resulting cake. Cover the top with cream and sprinkle with crumbs made from 1 cake.
- Condensed milk: 1 jar
- Butter: 200 g









