Emelia Jackson’s foolproof vanilla slice is easier to make than you might expect

The vanilla slice is a nostalgic country bakery classic: a thick, wobbly slab of creamy vanilla-flecked custard sandwiched between layers of golden pastry and finished with a sweet glaze. Yet perfecting that balance of flaky pastry and smooth custard can feel like a feat.

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