What You’ll Need
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 2 tablespoons cold water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 sheet of parchment paper
Step 1: Preparing the Dough
In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Mix well until the ingredients are evenly distributed.
Add the cold, cubed butter to the bowl and use a pastry cutter or your hands to cut the butter into the dry ingredients. Continue until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Next, add the cold water and vanilla extract to the bowl. Mix everything together until the dough comes together. If the dough seems too dry, add a little more water, but be careful not to overdo it.
Step 2: Shaping the Cornetto
Place the dough onto a clean surface and divide it into four equal parts.
Take one portion of the dough and roll it into a cylindrical shape, about 5 inches long and 1 inch in diameter. Repeat this process with the remaining dough portions.
Step 3: Wrapping the Dough
Now, it’s time to shape the parchment paper into cones to wrap the dough around.
Cut the parchment paper into four 6×6-inch squares. Take one square and form it into a cone shape, ensuring the bottom is closed securely. Repeat this step with the remaining squares.
Step 4: Baking the Cornetto
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Now, carefully wrap each dough cylinder around a parchment paper cone. Start from the pointed end of the cone and work your way up, slightly overlapping the dough as you go. Press gently to secure the dough onto the cone.
Place the wrapped cones onto a baking sheet and bake for approximately 15-18 minutes, or until the dough turns a golden brown color. Keep an eye on them to prevent over-browning.
Step 5: Enjoying Your Homemade Cornetto
Once the Cornettos are baked to perfection, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
Gently remove the parchment paper cones from the Cornettos, and you will be left with delightful homemade ice cream cones ready to be filled with your favorite flavors.
Fill them with generous scoops of ice cream, top with your preferred toppings, and enjoy your homemade Cornettos!
Now that you know how to make a Cornetto with parchment paper, you can indulge in this delightful treat anytime. Experiment with different flavors and toppings to make it your own. Happy baking!