Description
Indulge in the exquisite Italian Cream Stuffed Cannoncini, a delightful dessert that captures the essence of Italy in every bite. These crispy pastry shells are filled with a luscious mascarpone cream, lightly sweetened and infused with vanilla. Perfect for any occasion, they will impress your guests or satisfy your cravings on a lazy afternoon. Easy to make yet elegant in presentation, these treats are sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (17.3 oz) puff pastry sheets, thawed
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out puff pastry and cut into strips about 1 inch wide. Wrap around cannoli molds.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown. Cool completely before removing from molds.
- In a bowl, mix mascarpone, powdered sugar, and vanilla. Whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then fold into the mascarpone mixture.
- Fill cooled pastry shells using a piping bag.
- Dust with powdered sugar and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cannoncino (35g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Customize your filling with chocolate chips or fruit for added flavor. Store empty shells at room temperature; fill just before serving to maintain crispness.