Description
Delicate Italian cream stuffed cannoncini unveil a pastry masterpiece that whispers sweet sophistication. Crisp, golden puff pastry shells cradle silky cream, inviting you to savor each delectable bite of pure culinary bliss.
Ingredients
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Pastry Ingredients:
- 1 sheet puff pastry
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
Cream Filling Ingredients:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Garnish and Finishing:
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar (for dusting)
- 1 tbsp pistachios, finely chopped (optional)
- 1 tbsp almonds, sliced (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Unfold the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface, sprinkle with granulated sugar and salt.
- Carefully roll the pastry into a slightly thinner rectangle, ensuring even coverage of sugar.
- Cut the pastry into triangular shapes approximately 3-4 inches wide at the base.
- Wrap each triangle loosely around metal cannoli tubes, overlapping the edges slightly and sealing with a gentle press.
- Arrange the pastry-wrapped tubes on the prepared baking sheet, keeping them slightly separated.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown and crispy, rotating the sheet halfway through for even browning.
- Remove from oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet before gently sliding off the metal tubes.
- Whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form, then gradually incorporate mascarpone, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.
- Continue whipping until the cream mixture is smooth, thick, and holds its shape.
- Transfer the cream filling to a piping bag fitted with a narrow tip.
- Carefully pipe the cream mixture into each cooled pastry shell from both ends.
- Dust the filled cannoncini generously with powdered sugar.
- Optionally, sprinkle finely chopped pistachios and sliced almonds over the tops for added texture and flavor.
- Serve immediately or chill for up to 2 hours before presenting.
Notes
- Create a non-stick surface by thoroughly coating the parchment paper with cooking spray to prevent pastry from sticking.
- Achieve perfectly crispy shells by ensuring your puff pastry is cold and firm before shaping, which helps maintain defined edges during baking.
- When wrapping pastry around metal tubes, use minimal pressure to prevent dense, heavy shells that might compromise the delicate texture.
- For gluten-free adaptation, substitute traditional puff pastry with a gluten-free alternative made from almond or rice flour, checking compatibility with the filling ingredients.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg