Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons caramel sauce
Special Equipment Needed:
- 8-10 metal cream horn molds
- Pastry bag
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. Add the melted butter and stir until the mixture is crumbly.
4. Slowly add the cream, stirring until a dough forms.
5. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to 1/8-inch thick.
6. Cut the dough into 8-10 circles, using the cream horn molds as a guide.
7. Grease the cream horn molds with butter or cooking spray.
8. Place the dough circles into the molds, pressing them against the sides.
9. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
10. Allow the cream horns to cool completely before removing them from the molds.
11. Fill a pastry bag with the caramel sauce.
12. Pipe the caramel sauce into the cooled cream horns.
Time:
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes
Temperature: 350°F
Serving Size: 8-10 cream horns
Nutritional Information: Not available
Substitutions for Ingredients
- Unsalted butter can be substituted with salted butter.
- Heavy cream can be substituted with half-and-half or whole milk.
- Caramel sauce can be substituted with melted chocolate or any other flavored sauce.
Variations:
- Add 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon to the dough for a spiced flavor.
- Add 1/4 cup of chopped nuts to the dough for a crunchy texture.
- Drizzle melted chocolate over the cream horns for a chocolatey flavor.
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure the cream horns are completely cooled before removing them from the molds.
- If the dough is too sticky, add a bit more flour.
- If the dough is too dry, add a bit more cream.
Storage Instructions:
Store the cream horns in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Reheating Instructions:
Reheat the cream horns in a preheated 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes.
Presentation Ideas:
- Serve the cream horns on a platter, arranged in a circular pattern.
- Decorate the cream horns with edible flowers or fresh fruit.
Garnishes:
- Chopped nuts
- Sprinkles
- Coconut flakes
- Chocolate chips
Pairings:
- Coffee
- Hot chocolate
- Tea
Suggested Side Dishes:
- Fruit salad
- Yogurt parfait
- Ice cream
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the cream horns are not baking evenly, rotate the baking sheet halfway through the baking time.
Food Safety Advice:
- Keep the cream horns refrigerated if not serving immediately.
- Discard any cream horns that have been left out at room temperature for more than 2 hours.
Food History:
Cream horns are a traditional European pastry that has been around for centuries. The dough is made from flour, butter, and cream, and is shaped into a cone and filled with a variety of sweet fillings.
Flavor Profiles:
Caramel cream horns have a sweet and creamy flavor with a hint of caramel.
Serving Suggestions:
Caramel cream horns are best served as a dessert or snack. They can also be served with coffee or tea.
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Taste: Sweet, Creamy, Caramelized, Buttery