Description
Indulge in the exquisite charm of Italian Cream Stuffed Cannoncini, a delightful dessert that transports your taste buds straight to Italy. These charming cream-filled pastries feature a crispy puff pastry shell enveloping a rich, smooth vanilla custard filling. Perfect for any occasion, from casual gatherings to elegant dinner parties, these cannoncini are not only visually stunning but also incredibly satisfying. With their irresistible flavor and impressive presentation, you’ll be tempted to make them time and again. Elevate your dessert game and impress your guests with this timeless Italian treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 egg yolks
- 30g all-purpose flour
- 100g sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 235ml milk
- 225g puff pastry (defrosted)
- 50g sugar (for sprinkling)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Powdered sugar (for decoration)
Instructions
- Prepare the custard by whisking egg yolks and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat. Gradually add flour, then slowly mix in milk and vanilla until thickened. Cool completely.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out the puff pastry, cut into rectangles, and shape around cannoli forms or roll tightly into horns. Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with sugar.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool before carefully removing from forms.
- Fill cooled shells with custard using a piping bag or spoon.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 90mg