Description
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Italy with our Italian Cream Stuffed Cannoncini. These delightful pastries feature a light and flaky puff pastry shell filled with a rich, velvety custard infused with vanilla. Perfect for any occasion, from elegant dinner parties to cozy nights in, these cannoncini will transport your taste buds straight to the streets of Italy. The heavenly combination of textures and flavors makes them a must-try dessert that is sure to impress your guests or satisfy your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
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- 3 egg yolks
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 ounces milk
- 1 sheet puff pastry (defrosted)
- Powdered sugar (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the custard by whisking egg yolks, sugar, and flour in a bowl. Gradually add milk while stirring until smooth. Cook in a saucepan over medium heat until thickened, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in vanilla and cool completely.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out the puff pastry and cut into strips. Wrap each strip around greased cannoli molds, brush with egg wash, and sprinkle with sugar.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown. Let cool slightly before removing from molds.
- Fill each shell with cooled custard using a pastry bag fitted with a small tip.
- 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: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg