Description
Italian Cream Stuffed Cannoncini are a delightful Italian dessert that combines flaky puff pastry with rich, velvety vanilla custard filling. Perfect for any occasion, from elegant dinner parties to casual gatherings, these delicious pastries will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings. The contrast between the crisp pastry and smooth custard creates an unforgettable taste experience that transports you straight to Italy. Easy to make and visually stunning, they are a must-try treat for anyone looking to indulge in authentic Italian flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 egg yolks
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 ounces milk
- 1 sheet of puff pastry
- Additional sugar for sprinkling
- 1 egg for egg wash
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare the custard filling by whisking egg yolks, sugar, and flour until smooth. Gradually stir in cold milk, then cook over medium heat until thickened. Add vanilla extract and let cool.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out puff pastry and cut into strips. Wrap strips around greased cannoli molds, brush with egg wash, and sprinkle with sugar.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes until golden brown. Cool slightly before removing from molds.
- Fill each shell with cooled custard using a pastry bag.
- 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
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 90mg