Traditional Albanian krempite — the dessert with thin pastry layers and vanilla cream

Two layers of crispy pastry, a soft vanilla cream in between and powdered sugar on top — krempite is the classic dessert of Albanian patisseries, and today it can be prepared at home.

The secret, as master pastry chefs say, lies in the thin pastry, which must be baked until golden and crispy, and in the cream, which should be made with real vanilla and cooled completely before assembling the dessert.

Once the layers are stacked, the krempite is cut into squares and generously dusted with powdered sugar.

The recipe works equally well for family gatherings and festive tables.