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A plate of croissants dusted with powdered sugar sits on a marble countertop, reminiscent of a classic Italian Cornetto recipe, with a circular sprinkle of powdered sugar surrounding the plate.

Classic Italian Cornetto Recipe

An asian woman smiling in front of a potted plant.Hannah Lee
A classic Italian breakfast pastry, Cornetto is similar to a croissant but with a sweeter and softer texture, often enjoyed with a strong espresso.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Rise Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Meal Type Breakfast
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6
Calories 284 kcal
Difficulty Medium
Ingredient Cost $2.50
Shopping Cost$32

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking sheet
  • Oven

Ingredients
 
 

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup milk warm
  • 2 teaspoons yeast active, dry
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 egg beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions
 

  • In a mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk and let it sit for 5 minutes.
    1/2 cup milk, 2 teaspoons yeast
  • Add sugar, salt, melted butter, beaten egg, and vanilla extract to the yeast mixture. Stir well.
    1/4 cup sugar, 1/4 cup unsalted butter, 1 egg, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Gradually add flour, mixing until a dough forms. Knead until smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes.
    2 cups all-purpose flour
  • Cover the dough and let it rise for 1-2 hours, or until doubled in size.
  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a thin rectangle.
  • Cut the dough into triangles and roll each triangle from the base to the tip to form a crescent shape.
  • Place the cornetti on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Let them rise for another 20 minutes.
  • Bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
    Powdered sugar

Notes

For a richer flavor, fill the cornetti with chocolate, jam, or custard before rolling.
Serve warm with a cup of espresso for an authentic Italian breakfast.

Nutrition

Calories: 284kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 6gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 109mgPotassium: 93mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 285IUVitamin C: 0.003mgCalcium: 36mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Breakfast, Cornetto, Espresso, Italian Pastry, Traditional Recipe

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