Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Italian Cream Stuffed Cannoncini, a charming dessert that combines flaky puff pastry with a rich vanilla custard filling. These elegant treats are perfect for any occasion, from dinner parties to casual get-togethers. The crispy exterior gives way to a creamy interior, creating a heavenly bite that transports you straight to Italy. With straightforward preparation steps and easily accessible ingredients, you’ll impress your guests with this classic Italian delicacy while enjoying the satisfaction of homemade desserts. Elevate your dessert game and savor the irresistible flavors of these exquisite cannoncini!
Ingredients
- 3 egg yolks
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 ounces milk
- 1 sheet puff pastry (defrosted)
- 1/4 cup sugar (for sprinkling)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Prepare Custard Cream: Whisk together egg yolks, sugar, and flour in a bowl; gradually add milk while stirring. Cook over low heat until thickened; stir in vanilla and let cool.
- Preheat Oven: Heat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll Out Puff Pastry: On a floured surface, roll out puff pastry and cut into 1-inch wide strips.
- Form Shells: Wrap strips around cannoli molds; brush with egg wash and sprinkle with sugar.
- Bake: Place on baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Fill and Serve: Remove shells from molds once cooled; fill with custard cream using a piping bag and dust with powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cannoncino (45g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 70mg