Vanilla Cream Horns

Vanilla Cream Horns Recipe

Delicate, flaky, and filled with luscious vanilla cream, these Vanilla Cream Horns are a timeless dessert that will elevate your tea parties or special occasions. Made with puff pastry and a simple cream filling, they’re surprisingly easy to prepare and look absolutely stunning.

Ingredients

For the Puff Pastry:

• 1 package of store-bought puff pastry sheets (thawed)
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
• Powdered sugar (for dusting)

For the Vanilla Cream Filling:

• 2 cups (500 ml) whole milk
• 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup (30 g) cornstarch
• 2 large egg yolks
• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream (whipped)

Preparation Time

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 20–25 minutes
• Cooling Time: 1 hour
• Total Time: ~1 hour 45 minutes

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Puff Pastry

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Roll out the puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface.
3. Cut the sheets into 1-inch wide strips.
4. Wrap each strip around cream horn molds, overlapping slightly as you go.
5. Brush the wrapped pastry with beaten egg wash for a golden finish.
6. Place the molds on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden and flaky.
7. Allow them to cool slightly before carefully removing the molds.

Step 2: Make the Vanilla Cream

1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the milk, sugar, cornstarch, and egg yolks.
2. Heat over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens (about 5–7 minutes).
3. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
4. Let the custard cool to room temperature, then fold in the whipped heavy cream for a lighter texture.

Step 3: Assemble the Cream Horns

1. Use a piping bag fitted with a star tip to fill each pastry horn with the vanilla cream.
2. Dust the filled horns with powdered sugar for a beautiful presentation.

Tips

• Puff Pastry: Keep the puff pastry cold while working to ensure flakiness.
• Cream Horn Molds: If you don’t have molds, you can use rolled-up aluminum foil to shape the horns.
• Filling Variations: Try chocolate cream, lemon curd, or raspberry jam for variety.

Calories (Per Serving)

• Serving Size: 1 cream horn
• Calories: ~220
  • Fat: 14g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Protein: 3g

Conclusion

These Vanilla Cream Horns are as delightful to eat as they are to look at. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply craving something sweet, this dessert is sure to impress. Give them a try and enjoy the compliments that follow!