If you’ve ever walked past an Italian bakery and caught that heavenly aroma of buttery pastry, chances are you were smelling Cannoncini. These golden, crispy pastry horns filled with rich Italian cream are pure perfection. Each bite melts in your mouth — crispy on the outside, silky and creamy on the inside. Let’s bring that bakery magic right into your kitchen!
Ingredients
For the Pastry:
- 1 sheet puff pastry (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 egg (for brushing)
- 2 tbsp sugar (for sprinkling)
For the Cream Filling:
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 egg yolks
- ½ cup sugar
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter