Mini Cream Horns
Delicious mini cream horns with flaky pastry and sweet icing, perfect for parties or teatime treats, appealing to those who enjoy sweet, flaky pastries with creamy filling.
Ingredients
- round clothes pins
- Pepperidge Farm pastry sheets
- No-Name Icing ⓘ
- oil
Instructions
- Place oil in your palms and rub it onto round clothes pins until thoroughly saturated.
- Cut Pepperidge Farm pastry sheets into strips suitable for shaping around the clothes pins.
- Wrap the pastry strips around the oiled clothes pins to form horn shapes.
- Bake the pastry horns until golden brown, then let them cool.
- Remove the clothes pins carefully from the baked pastry horns.
- Fill the cooled horns with No-Name Icing or your preferred sweet filling.
- Decorate with additional icing if desired and serve.
Tips & Substitutions
For a crispier texture, make sure the pastry strips are thinly cut before wrapping them around the clothes pins. If you don’t have Pepperidge Farm pastry sheets, you can substitute with any other brand of puff pastry. To enhance flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg to the icing. These mini cream horns can also be filled with fruit preserves for a delightful variation.
Serving Suggestions
These mini cream horns make a delightful dessert for any gathering. They pair wonderfully with a cup of coffee or tea, and you can serve them alongside a fresh fruit salad for a balanced treat. For a more festive presentation, consider dusting them with powdered sugar or serving them with a side of Aunt Louise's Lime Pickles for a sweet and tangy contrast.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftover cream horns in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days. If you have not filled them yet, you can freeze the baked pastry horns for up to a month. To reheat, place in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 5-7 minutes until warm and crispy.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Mini Cream Horns contains roughly 11 calories, with 1g fat.
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make the pastry horns in advance?
Yes, you can prepare the pastry horns a day ahead. Bake them and store in an airtight container to maintain freshness. Fill them with icing just before serving to keep them crisp.
What other fillings can I use?
You can fill the horns with various sweet fillings like whipped cream, chocolate mousse, fruit preserves, or even custard. Experimenting with different flavors can make this recipe even more special.
Can these be made vegan?
Absolutely! You can use vegan puff pastry instead of traditional pastry sheets. For the filling, opt for a dairy-free icing or homemade whipped coconut cream to keep the recipe vegan-friendly.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).