Cannolis with Vanilla Custard Cream

Cannolis with Vanilla Custard Cream

Introduction

Cannolis are a classic Italian treat that delight with their crisp pastry shell and luscious creamy filling. This recipe brings the magic of bakery-quality cannolis into your home kitchen without the need for deep frying. The golden puff pastry curls are perfectly crunchy, while the vanilla-infused custard adds a smooth, rich sweetness that melts in your mouth. These elegant pastries are perfect for a festive occasion, afternoon tea, or a simple indulgent dessert. Making them from scratch is surprisingly easy, and the results are both impressive and delicious.

Ingredients

Pastry Shells:

• 1 sheet puff pastry (250 g / 8.8 oz), thawed if frozen
• 1 egg yolk, beaten (for brushing)
• Icing sugar, for dusting

Custard Cream:

• 250 ml milk (1 cup / 8 fl oz)
• 2 large egg yolks
• 1 vanilla pod, seeds scraped (or 1 tsp vanilla extract / 5 ml)
• 60 g granulated sugar (¼ cup)
• 30 g cornstarch (2 ½ tbsp)

Tools:

• Aluminum foil strips or cannoli molds (small curls)
• Pastry bag for filling

Directions