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Italian Cream Stuffed Cannoncini

Italian Cream Stuffed Cannoncini are delightful crispy pastries that transport you to Italy with every bite. These charming tubes are filled with a rich, velvety cream, making them the perfect treat for celebrations or a sweet indulgence at home. Their elegant appearance and heavenly flavor will impress your guests and satisfy any sweet tooth.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: Makes approximately 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 package (17.3 oz) puff pastry sheets
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 8 oz mascarpone cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out puff pastry sheets on a floured surface and cut into 1-inch strips.
  2. Wrap each strip around cannoli molds, overlapping slightly. Place on a lined baking sheet.
  3. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown; cool completely before removing from molds.
  4. In a bowl, whip heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Fold in mascarpone and vanilla until combined.
  5. Fill cooled pastry tubes with the cream mixture using a piping bag or spoon.
  6. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
  • Author: Selena
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cannoncino (30g)
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 95mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg

Keywords: Customize your filling by adding lemon zest or chocolate chips for extra flavor. For added crunch, dip the ends in crushed pistachios. Store leftover shells at room temperature; keep the filling refrigerated until ready to use.