Low Fat Cream Horns

Indulge in the delicate, flaky luxury of **Low Fat Cream Horns**, a lighter twist on the classic pastry treat! These handheld delights feature golden, buttery puff pastry shells—baked to perfection—filled with a smooth, velvety cream made from low-fat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and a hint of vanilla. This recipe is a wonderful balance of indulgence and health-conscious choices, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without the guilt. With just 20 minutes of prep time, these treats are surprisingly simple to assemble using store-bought puff pastry and a few pantry staples. Ideal for parties, brunches, or an elegant afternoon tea, these cream horns deliver all the classic charm with a lower-fat profile. Make them ahead to chill or serve them fresh and crisp—either way, they’ll be the highlight of your dessert table.

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 package store-bought puff pastry sheets
• 8 ounces low-fat cream cheese
• 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons skim milk
• 1 whole egg
• 1 tablespoon water
• 2 tablespoons sugar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Lightly flour your working surface and roll out the puff pastry sheets to smooth them out.

Step 3

Cut the puff pastry into long strips, about 1-inch wide.

Step 4

Wrap each strip around a metal cream horn mold, starting at the tip and spiraling to make sure the edges overlap slightly.

Step 5

In a small bowl, beat together the egg and water to make an egg wash.

Step 6

Brush the egg wash lightly over the wrapped puff pastry and sprinkle with sugar for a sweet, crispy crust.

Step 7

Place the wrapped molds seam side down on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 8

Bake the cream horns in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 9

While they are baking, prepare the cream filling by combining the low-fat cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and skim milk in a medium-sized bowl.

Step 10

Beat the mixture with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy. Transfer the filling to a piping bag.

Step 11

Once the pastry horns are baked, remove them from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before removing them from the molds.

Step 12

Pipe the cream cheese filling carefully into each horn.

Step 13

Serve immediately or refrigerate to enjoy later.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(874.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3621.0

Total Fat 228.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 102.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 277.9mg	0%
Sodium 3083.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 343.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.5g	0%
Total Sugars 63.4g
Protein 57.7g	0%

Vitamin D 61.5IU	0%
Calcium 439.4mg	0%
Iron 14.1mg	0%
Potassium 929.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.1%

Protein: 6.3%

Carbs: 37.6%