Short Description

Golden, ultra‑flaky puff pastry baked to crisp perfection and filled with smooth, rich vanilla cream. Finished with a delicate dusting of powdered sugar, this elegant treat is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

These puff pastry rolls offer a glorious contrast between the light, crispy exterior and the silky-smooth vanilla cream inside. They feel indulgent yet are surprisingly simple to prepare, and can be customized easily—ideal for both casual and refined gatherings.

Ingredients

(Tip: You can find the complete list of ingredients and their measurements in the recipe card below.)

• 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
• 1 egg (for egg wash)
• 1 tablespoon water

For the vanilla cream filling:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• ½ cup mascarpone cheese
• ¼ cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For topping:

• Powdered sugar for dusting

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400 °F (200 °C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Roll out the puff pastry and cut into 3‑inch‑wide strips.
3. Roll each strip into a tight coil (or wrap around cannoli tubes if available).
4. Whisk together the egg and water to make the egg wash, then brush lightly over the pastry for a golden finish.
5. Bake for 15–18 minutes, until the pastries are puffed and deeply golden. Cool completely.
6. While the pastries bake, prepare the cream: in a bowl, beat the heavy cream, mascarpone, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
7. Transfer the cream into a piping bag and pipe generously into each cooled pastry roll.
8. Dust with powdered sugar just before serving.

Servings and Timing

• Servings: Makes about 8–10 rolls (depending on strip length)
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Bake Time: 15–18 minutes
• Chill/Assembly Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: Approximately 40 minutes

Variations

• Chocolate-filled: Mix 2 tablespoons of melted dark chocolate into the vanilla cream before whipping.
• Fruit infusion: Fold in 2–3 tablespoons of raspberry or passion-fruit puree into the cream.
• Nutty topping: Sprinkle finely chopped pistachios or almonds on top of the cream before dusting.
• Citrus twist: Add 1 teaspoon of lemon zest or orange extract to the cream mixture.

Storage/Reheating

• To store: Keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The pastry may lose some crispness.
• To crisp up before serving: Reheat briefly in a 350 °F (175 °C) oven for 3–4 minutes, then pipe fresh cream and dust.
• Do not freeze once filled; however, unbaked, unfilled pastry coils can be frozen—bake directly from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time.

FAQs

What kind of puff pastry works best for this recipe?

Store-bought all-butter puff pastry yields the flakiest and most flavorful result, but regular puff pastry is also suitable.

Can I make the cream filling ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare it up to a day in advance. Keep covered in the refrigerator and re-whip gently before piping for best texture.

Are cannoli tubes necessary?

No—rolling the pastry into coils without tubes works perfectly and gives a rustic look.

How do I ensure the cream stays firm?

Make sure you beat the mixture to stiff peaks so the cream holds its shape inside the warm pastry.

What’s the best way to keep pastries from becoming soggy?

Allow them to cool completely before filling, and serve soon after piping so the crust stays crisp.

Can I substitute mascarpone?

Yes—cream cheese can be used, though it yields a tangier flavor and firmer texture.

Is a dairy-free version possible?

Yes—use coconut cream (cooled overnight), a plant-based cream cheese, and a vegan puff pastry substitute.

Can I dust with cocoa powder instead of powdered sugar?

Yes—cocoa or cinnamon sugar are delicious alternatives for a different finishing touch.

How do I transport these for events?

Pipe the cream just before serving. Transport in a shallow container with separating layers of parchment to avoid sticking.

Can these be served cold?

Absolutely—they taste excellent chilled, especially during warm weather or outdoor gatherings.

Conclusion

This Vanilla Cream–Filled Puff Pastry Rolls recipe combines buttery, flaky pastry with a lusciously creamy filling—truly a crowd-pleaser. With simple ingredients, quick steps, and flexible variations, it’s the perfect choice for both everyday indulgence and special occasions. Enjoy every decadent bite!

Vanilla Cream–Filled Puff Pastry Rolls

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• Author: Emma Delaney
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 18 minutes
• Total Time: 38 minutes
• Yield: 6 rolls
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: European
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

Pâte feuilletée dorée et ultra-feuilletée, croustillante à souhait et garnie d’une onctueuse crème à la vanille. Finie par un léger saupoudrage de sucre glace, cette gourmandise élégante est parfaite pour le petit-déjeuner, le brunch ou le dessert.

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Ingredients

• 1 feuille de pâte feuilletée décongelée
• 1 œuf (pour la dorure)
• 1 cuillère à soupe d’eau
• 1 tasse de crème épaisse
• 1/2 tasse de mascarpone
• 1/4 tasse de sucre en poudre
• 1 cuillère à café d’extrait de vanille
• Sucre en poudre pour saupoudrer

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Instructions

1. Préchauffer le four à 200 °C. Recouvrir une plaque à pâtisserie de papier sulfurisé.
2. Étalez la pâte feuilletée et coupez-la en bandes de 3 pouces de large.
3. Roulez chaque bande en une bobine serrée ou enroulez-la autour de tubes de cannoli en métal si vous en utilisez.
4. Fouetter l’œuf avec l’eau et badigeonner légèrement la pâte pour une finition dorée.
5. Enfournez pendant 15 à 18 minutes, jusqu’à ce que les biscuits soient gonflés et bien dorés. Laissez refroidir complètement avant de les garnir.
6. Dans un bol, battre la crème épaisse avec le mascarpone, le sucre glace et la vanille jusqu’à ce que des pics fermes se forment.
7. Transférez la crème dans une poche à douille et versez-la généreusement dans chaque rouleau de pâte.
8. Saupoudrer de sucre glace juste avant de servir.

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Notes

• Assurez-vous que la pâte est complètement refroidie avant de dresser la crème pour éviter qu’elle ne fonde.
• Refroidissez le mélange de crème pour une texture plus ferme si vous le souhaitez.
• Vous pouvez les préparer quelques heures à l’avance et les conserver au réfrigérateur.

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Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 roll
• Calories: 290 kcal
• Sugar: 9 g
• Sodium: 125 mg
• Fat: 21 g
• Saturated Fat: 13 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Trans Fat: 0 g
• Carbohydrates: 20 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Protein: 3 g
• Cholesterol: 65 mg