Description
Indulge in the exquisite taste of Italian Cream Stuffed Cannoncini, a delightful dessert that transports you to Italy with every bite. These charming pastry horns feature a light and flaky puff pastry shell enveloping a velvety vanilla custard cream, creating a perfect balance of textures and flavors. Ideal for any occasion—from elegant dinner parties to cozy family gatherings—these cannoncini are not only delicious but also visually stunning, sure to impress your guests. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, making this classic Italian treat is a breeze, allowing you to enjoy homemade goodness right in your kitchen. Elevate your dessert game and discover just how easy it is to create these irresistible pastries.
Ingredients
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- 3 egg yolks
- 30 grams all-purpose flour
- 100 grams sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 235 ml milk
- 1 sheet puff pastry (225 grams)
- 50 grams sugar (for sprinkling)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Powdered sugar (for decoration)
Instructions
- Prepare the custard filling: Whisk egg yolks, sugar, and flour until smooth. Heat milk with vanilla until boiling, then slowly mix into the egg mixture. Return to heat and cook until thickened. Cool.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out puff pastry, cut into strips, wrap around cannoli molds, brush with egg wash, sprinkle with sugar.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown. Let cool before removing from molds.
- Fill shells with custard using a piping bag or spoon.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cannoncino (50g)
- Calories: 176
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 75mg