Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 sheets of puff pastry, thawed
- 2 tablespoons of melted butter
- 2 tablespoons of sugar
- 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup of heavy cream
- 1/4 cup of confectioners’ sugar
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
Special Equipment Needed:
- Rolling pin
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Cream horn molds
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. On a lightly floured surface, roll out each puff pastry sheet into a 12-inch square.
4. Brush each pastry sheet with melted butter.
5. In a small bowl, mix together the sugar and cinnamon.
6. Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the pastry sheets.
7. Cut each pastry sheet into 12 strips.
8. Wrap each strip around a cream horn mold, starting at the wide end and overlapping the edges.
9. Place the cream horns on the prepared baking sheet.
10. Bake for 15 minutes, or until golden brown.
11. Remove from the oven and let cool.
12. In a medium bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, confectioners’ sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
13. Pipe the cream into the cooled cream horns.
14. Serve and enjoy!
Time:
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Temperature: 400 degrees Fahrenheit
Serving Size: 12 cream horns
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Substitutions for Ingredients
- Puff pastry can be substituted with phyllo dough.
- Heavy cream can be substituted with coconut cream.
Variations:
- The cinnamon-sugar mixture can be substituted with other spices such as nutmeg, cardamom, or ginger.
- The cream filling can be flavored with other extracts such as almond or orange.
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure to roll out the puff pastry sheets evenly so that the cream horns will bake evenly.
- Make sure to wrap the pastry strips around the cream horn molds tightly so that they will hold their shape.
- The cream horns can be filled with other fillings such as jam, custard, or whipped cream.
Storage Instructions:
The cream horns can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Reheating Instructions:
The cream horns can be reheated in the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 5 minutes.
Presentation Ideas:
The cream horns can be served on a platter and garnished with fresh fruit or edible flowers.
Garnishes:
- Fresh fruit
- Edible flowers
- Powdered sugar
Pairings:
- Coffee
- Tea
- Hot chocolate
Suggested Side Dishes:
- Fruit salad
- Yogurt parfait
- Granola
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the cream horns are not baking evenly, try rotating the baking sheet halfway through baking.
- If the cream horns are not holding their shape, try wrapping the pastry strips around the molds more tightly.
Food Safety Advice:
- Make sure to store the cream horns in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Make sure to reheat the cream horns before serving.
Food History:
Cream horns are a traditional European pastry that have been around since the 16th century. They are believed to have originated in Austria and have since become popular in many European countries.
Flavor Profiles:
Cinnamon Cream Horns have a sweet and spicy flavor from the cinnamon-sugar mixture and a creamy texture from the cream filling.
Serving Suggestions:
Cinnamon Cream Horns can be served as a dessert or a snack. They can also be served with coffee or tea.
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