Cream-Filled Layer Cake with Soft Eggs (Carnival's Delights)

Thaw the puff pastry according to the package instructions and set aside

In a medium saucepan, bring the sugar and water to a boil over medium heat for 13 minutes or until the mixture reaches a soft-ball stage (it should break easily with a spoon)

Let it cool down

Using an electric mixer, beat the eggs lightly, then add the cornstarch and gradually pour in the cold water while mixing well

Heat the mixture over low heat, stirring constantly, for 10 minutes or until it thickens

Let it cool down again

Refrigerate the mixture

Roll out the puff pastry on a smooth surface to a thickness of about 5cm (2 inches)

Cut into strips of 7cm (3 inches) in length

Arrange them in a baking dish and cut into smaller squares, about 10cm (4 inches) in size

Place them in the oven at 200°C preheated for 20 minutes or until golden brown

Let it cool down, then spread the filling over half of the rectangles and cover with the remaining pastry

Dust with confectioner's sugar and garnish with fresh mint leaves

Serve.