Cream Filled Pastries

Cream Filled Pastries

Scrumptious Sporcamuss Cream Fills

Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 5m
Cook Time: 35m
Total Time: 40m
Temp.: 350 °F
Servings: 16
Difficulty: Easy
4.9 (19 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

230
Calories
6g
Fat
20g
Carbohydrates
3g
Protein
87mg
Cholesterol
66mg
Sodium
Cream Filled Pastries

Recipe Description

If there is one thing I truly love about Italian cuisine, it is the pastries. The mix of flaky layers and sweet fillings is hard to resist. Among these delights, sporcamuss is dear to me. It is a special treat that shows the art of making Italian pastries. Each bite is a small piece of joy that makes your taste buds dance.

What Makes the Italian Pastries Recipes Special?

Italian pastries are famous all over the world, and sporcamuss shows why. This sweet gets its name from the Italian words sporcare, meaning to dirty, and muss, a fun word about your face. This playful name hints at the confectioners’ sugar that can dust your face as you enjoy the pastry.

When you taste a sporcamuss, you meet creamy filling tucked inside flaky layers. It is a wonderful mix of lightness and richness, perfect for any dessert lover. Picture serving these wonderful treats at a gathering—your friends will be amazed!

Where Did I Try Sporcamuss for the First Time?

I can still recall my first experience with sporcamuss. I was exploring the sunny streets of Bari in Southern Italy when the delicious scent from a small bakery pulled me in. Inside, I saw an array of tempting goodies, and there, among them, I found those simple, sugar-dusted pastries. I couldn’t resist, so I decided to try one.

That first bite was unforgettable. The crunchy outside opened up to layers of flaky pastry and a creamy filling that danced on my tongue. At that moment, I knew I had found something unique. It was love at first taste, and I was eager to learn how to make this fantastic dessert at home.

Is Sporcamuss Recipe Healthy? Customization Tips

Though sporcamuss is surely a treat, you can enjoy it without feeling guilty. There are smart ways to adapt it to suit your dietary needs. For a lighter version, you might use lower-fat cream in the filling. If you prefer dairy-free, coconut cream is a great alternative and offers a hint of tropical flavor.

For those watching their sugar, try using natural sweeteners in the filling, which keeps the taste while lowering sugar. Want to make it better for breakfast? You could add fresh berries or sliced peaches for more nutrition and a fruity burst. With a few simple changes, you can relish every mouthful while keeping track of your health.

Top Ingredients for Sporcamuss

  • Puff Pastry
  • Pastry Cream
  • Confectioners’ Sugar
  • Egg Wash
  • Fresh Cream or Coconut Cream

Creating the perfect sporcamuss needs the right mix of texture and flavor. The puff pastry must be airy and flaky, giving a tender crunch that nicely contrasts the smooth, creamy filling. The dusting of confectioners’ sugar on top is not only decorative—it adds sweetness and, of course, that charming messiness.

With each mouthful of a homemade sporcamuss, you are whisked away to an Italian patisserie, even if you are enjoying them in your kitchen. Whether you serve them at a celebration or enjoy them with your morning coffee, these pastries are sure to impress. So, why not roll up your sleeves and try making this lovely Italian dessert? Happy baking, my friends!

To make Sporcamuss Italian Cream Filled Pastries, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Cream Filled Pastries

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Steps to make

  1. 1

    Warm milk and cream

    2 min
    Step 1 - Cream Filled Pastries

    In a medium pot, over low heat, combine milk and cream. Do not boil. Remove from heat and let cool to warm.

  2. 2

    Combine eggs and sugar

    1 min
    Step 2 - Cream Filled Pastries

    In another medium pot, whisk egg yolks and sugar together until combined.

  3. 3

    Add flour and vanilla

    1 min
    Step 3 - Cream Filled PastriesStep 3 - Cream Filled Pastries

    Add flour and vanilla and whisk to combine.

  4. 4

    Add warm milk and cream

    5 min
    Step 4 - Cream Filled PastriesStep 4 - Cream Filled Pastries

    Add warm milk and cream mixture and place pot over low heat. Continuously whisk until cream has thickened.

  5. 5

    Refrigerate

    3h
    Step 5 - Cream Filled Pastries

    Pour into a glass bowl, cover tightly with plastic wrap, leave at room temperature for 20 minutes and then refrigerate for 3 hours.

  6. 6

    Preheat oven

    5 min

    Preheat oven to 350 °F (180 °C).

  7. 7

    Portion pastry

    5 min
    Step 7 - Cream Filled PastriesStep 7 - Cream Filled PastriesStep 7 - Cream Filled Pastries

    With a sharp knife, slice the puff pastry into 16 equal squares and pierce each square with a fork a few times. Sprinkle sugar over the top.

  8. 8

    Bake

    20 min
    Step 8 - Cream Filled Pastries

    Bake in a preheated oven for about 20 minutes until puffed and golden. Remove and cool.

  9. 9

    Prepare square pastries

    5 min
    Step 9 - Cream Filled PastriesStep 9 - Cream Filled PastriesStep 9 - Cream Filled Pastries

    Cut each square in half, giving you top and bottom parts. Place prepared cream into a piping bag and fill 16 squares with the prepared cream. Close each with remaining pastry squares giving you cream filled pastry sandwiches.

  10. 10

    Serve

    Step 10 - Cream Filled Pastries

    Dust with confectioners' sugar and serve these delights!

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About the author

Dasha Vakulova

Dasha is an enthusiastic and cheerful mom. She knows as well as any parent that children can be really picky when it comes to food. And she’s had plenty of experience trying to cook meals that are both tasty and nutritious, and able to satisfy the tastes of a fussy kid right away! To save you some precious time, Dasha is going to share with you all the tricks she learned the hard way, so you don’t have to! She has a wealth of recipes for quick and easy meals for kids and families on a budget.

Recipe Reviews

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4.9 out of 5 (19 reviews)
Laura Johnson
April 16, 2025
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I made these sporcamuss pastries for my kids' birthday party, and they were a hit! The creamy filling is to die for, and they look so fancy with the sugar dust. My family couldn’t get enough! Simple to make and so rewarding.

Rita
November 24, 2024
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OMG, these pastries are the bomb! I made them for my brunch and everyone loved em. A total crowd pleaser!

Lina
November 18, 2024
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Absolutely delicious treat!

Quinn Hartman
September 14, 2024
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Exceptional pastry delight!

Bri
April 1, 2024
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So easy to make and super tasty. Loved it!

HappyHelen
January 23, 2024
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Delicious! I made these for my kids, and they absolutely loved them. The first time I tried a sporcamuss was in Italy, and these brought back such sweet memories. Will definitely make again!

Jess
October 30, 2023
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I made these sporcamuss for a family brunch last week and they were a hit! The kids loved the creamy filling and I loved how easy they were to make. Feeling like an Italian baker in my own kitchen was amazing!

Greg
October 10, 2023
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These pastries are legit! Flaky with a creamy fillin' that takes me back to Bari. Best dessert ever!

Tommy
October 7, 2023
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I recently tried making sporcamuss after visiting Italy, and wow, it was a hit! The flaky layers combined with that creamy filling took me back to Bari. Perfect for a dinner party, my guests were wowed! It’s easy to make and so tasty. Can’t wait to try again!

Olivia
October 5, 2023
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Amazing! These pastries brought back sweet memories of my trip to Italy. I couldn’t stop smiling as I took bites of their creamy goodness, it’s like a little piece of heaven.

Ellie
October 4, 2023
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I made sporcamuss for my husband's birthday, and everyone was amazed! The cream filling was so smooth and rich, and they looked beautiful dusted with sugar. It felt like we were in Italy! Can't wait to make them again!

Nicolas
September 15, 2023
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J'ai fait ces sporcamuss pour le premier anniversaire de mon fils. Chaque bouchée était une explosion de saveurs. Les invités ont adoré, et nous avons tous fini avec du sucre sur le visage. Une recette facile et délicieuse que je recommande.

Xochitl78
April 15, 2023
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Hacer sporcamuss me recuerda mi viaje a Bari. Cada bocado es como un abrazo de crema y pastelito. ¡Los amé! Su sabor es pura felicidad en cada capa

Zoe Anderson
March 16, 2023
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Simply delicious pastries!

Diana Reed
January 25, 2023
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Making these with my kids was a blast! The creamy filling and flaky pastry brought smiles to our faces, reminding me of our trip to Italy.

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