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Cannoli Recipe

A classic Italian dessert featuring crispy shells filled with a sweet, creamy ricotta filling.
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Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 350 kcal

Ingredients 

Shells

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoon unsalted butter cut into small pieces
  • 1 egg egg yolk beaten
  • ½ cup white wine or as needed
  • 1 unit vegetable oil for frying

Filling

  • 2 cups ricotta cheese drained
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions 

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  2. Add egg yolk and wine, a little at a time, until dough clings together. Knead until smooth. Wrap in plastic and let rest for 30 minutes.
  3. Roll dough out thinly on a floured surface. Cut into 4-inch circles. Wrap circles around cannoli tubes, sealing edges with a bit of egg white.
  4. Heat oil in a frying pan to 350°F (175°C). Fry shells until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels. Let cool, then remove tubes.
  5. For filling, mix ricotta, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Fold in chocolate chips. Fill shells just before serving.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 1.5mg

Keywords

Cannoli, Italian Dessert
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