Description
Italian Cream Stuffed Cannoncini are a delightful journey into Italian pastry tradition. These charming horn-shaped pastries boast flaky puff pastry shells filled with a rich, creamy custard that melts in your mouth. Perfect for any occasion—from elegant dinner parties to simple family indulgences—these treats not only impress but also satisfy every sweet tooth. With their stunning appearance and delicious flavor, Italian Cream Stuffed Cannoncini are sure to be a hit at your next gathering or as a special treat just for you.
Ingredients
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- 3 egg yolks
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 ounces milk
- 1 sheet puff pastry (defrosted)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Powdered sugar (for decoration)
Instructions
- Prepare the custard by whisking together egg yolks, sugar, and flour in a bowl. Heat milk in a saucepan until hot but not boiling, then gradually add it to the egg mixture while whisking. Return to heat and stir until thickened, then mix in vanilla and let cool.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out the puff pastry and cut into rectangles. Wrap around greased molds.
- Place on a baking sheet, brush with egg wash, sprinkle with sugar, and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool before removing from molds.
- Fill cooled pastries with custard using a piping bag or spoon and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cannoncino (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 90mg