Low Sodium Cream Horns
Indulge guilt-free with these Low Sodium Cream Horns, a delightful spin on the classic pastry dessert that’s equally as tempting but designed for a heart-healthy twist. Featuring buttery puff pastry shells and a luscious homemade vanilla cream filling, this recipe is crafted with unsalted butter and minimal powdered sugar to keep sodium levels in check while retaining the irresistible flavors. With a quick bake time and easy-to-follow assembly, this beautiful treat is perfect for special occasions or an elegant dessert spread. Serve chilled or fresh for the ultimate creamy bite. Perfect keywords: "low sodium dessert," "cream horns recipe," "heart-healthy pastries," "easy puff pastry desserts."
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 sheets puff pastry sheets
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 large egg yolk
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Gently roll out the puff pastry sheets to remove any creases. Cut the sheets into 1-inch wide strips.
Wrap the pastry strips around metal cream horn molds, overlapping slightly as you go. Place them seam side down on the prepared baking sheet.
Melt the unsalted butter and lightly brush it over the pastry wraps.
Bake the pastry horns in the preheated oven for about 12 to 15 minutes or until they are golden brown and puffed up. Remove from the oven and allow them to cool before removing the molds.
While the pastry cools, prepare the cream filling. In a mixing bowl, combine heavy cream, powdered sugar, and pure vanilla extract.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water until smooth. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add the cornstarch mixture and the egg yolk, stirring constantly to prevent any clumps.
Heat until the mixture begins to thicken, then remove it from the heat and allow it to cool slightly.
Once the cornstarch mixture is cooled, fold it gently into the whipped cream mixture until well combined.
Using a piping bag with a star tip, fill each pastry horn with the cream mixture.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before serving for a firmer filling. Enjoy your low sodium cream horns!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1771 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 144.7 g | 186% | |
| Saturated Fat | 73.7 g | 368% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 486 mg | 162% | |
| Sodium | 536 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 90.8 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.2 g | ||
| Protein | 9.8 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 45 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 124 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
