Build a tompouce
07 February 2024
The tompouce is a delicious pastry that became quite a hype on social media some time ago. This was evident when we made a TikTok video with the LEGOpouce. This video has since been viewed more than 63 thousand times. We know that not all of you are on TikTok so here we are sharing the build and the free instructions with you again this way.
This tompouce was designed by us and consists of 70 parts. We chose a "deluxe" version with whipped cream on top. Would you like to know which parts are in this tompouce? Then you can view and order them here and you can download the free instructions here. Then you can make this typical Dutch delicacy too.
Tompouce in minifig format
If you want to make a LEGO® tompouce for your LEGO® minifigures, you can do this with just 3 separate parts. You start with a beige 1x2 tile, then a light yellow 1x2 tile and finally a bright pink 1x2 tile. Done is the minifigure size tompouce, enjoy!
About the tompouce
The tompouce, also known as the Dutch mille-feuille, is a delicious pastry that has its origins in French patisserie. However, this sweet treat has been given a uniquely Dutch twist and has become a beloved treat on many occasions.
The tompouce consists of several layers of airy puff pastry, interspersed with a creamy filling of pastry cream. The top layer is covered with a sugar glaze, which is often pink or orange in color. The typical pink icing not only gives the tompouce a colorful appearance, but also adds to the unique taste experience.
What makes this treat extra special is the distinctive crunchy sound when you bite into it, followed by the soft combination of the layers of puff pastry and the creamy filling. The pastry cream adds a subtle sweetness, while the icing on the top adds a sweet and crunchy texture.
Tompouces are popular not only for their delicious taste, but also for their traditional association with festive occasions, such as birthdays, anniversaries and royal celebrations. They can be found in the windows of bakeries throughout the country and are often enjoyed on special occasions or simply as a treat during a cozy coffee moment.
In short, the tompouce is more than just a pastry; it is a culinary symbol of enjoyment and conviviality that has been loved in the Netherlands for generations.
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