Cornetti, or Italian croissants, are a delightful treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast or as a sweet snack. These flaky pastries are often filled with jam, chocolate, or even savory ingredients like prosciutto and cheese. If you’ve ever wanted to try your hand at making cornetti from scratch, follow this easy step-by-step guide for a delicious homemade experience.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups of all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup of granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon of active dry yeast
  • ½ teaspoon of salt
  • ½ cup of unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • ½ cup of milk
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
  • 1 egg yolk, beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions:

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. Mix well to ensure even distribution of the ingredients.
  2. Add the cold cubed butter to the dry mixture. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. In a separate bowl, warm the milk slightly. Add the vanilla extract to the milk and mix well.
  4. Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and gradually pour in the milk mixture. Stir with a wooden spoon until the dough begins to come together.
  5. Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
  6. Shape the dough into a ball and place it in a greased bowl. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
  7. Once the dough has risen, punch it down gently to release the air. Transfer it back to the floured surface and roll it out into a rectangle about ¼-inch thick.
  8. Cut the dough into triangle shapes, similar to croissant shapes, but slightly bigger. You can use a pizza cutter or a sharp knife for this.
  9. Starting from the wider end, roll each triangle towards the pointed end. Place the rolled cornetti on a lined baking sheet. Repeat this process with the remaining dough.
  10. Cover the baking sheet with a kitchen towel and allow the cornetti to rise for another 30 minutes.
  11. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  12. Brush the cornetti with the beaten egg yolk, ensuring they are evenly coated.
  13. Bake the cornetti in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until they turn golden brown.
  14. Remove the cornetti from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack.
  15. Once cooled, you can fill the cornetti with your desired fillings. Traditional Italian options include Nutella, jam, or pastry cream.

Now that you have learned the step-by-step process of making delicious cornetti, you can impress your friends and family with your baking skills. Whether enjoyed plain or filled, these homemade croissants are sure to be a hit at any breakfast or snack time gathering. Bon appétit!

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