Italian Cream-Filled Cannoncini
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Italian cream-filled cannoncini, exquisite pastries that feature a light, flaky shell filled with rich whipped cream. Perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself, these elegant desserts are versatile and can be customized with your favorite flavors. With just a few simple steps, you can create a stunning centerpiece for any occasion that will leave everyone craving more.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (17.3 oz) puff pastry sheets (2 sheets)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder (optional for chocolate filling)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface; cut into long triangles.
- Wrap each triangle around cannoli molds, overlapping slightly at edges. Brush with egg wash.
- Bake on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow shells to cool completely before removing from molds.
- In a bowl, whip heavy cream until soft peaks form; gradually add sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
- Fill cooled shells using a piping bag and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg