Description
Indulge in the authentic flavors of Italy with this homemade cannoli recipe. Crispy, fried pastry shells filled with a creamy ricotta mixture, these cannoli are a delightful dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Shells:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup sweet Marsala wine (or dry white wine)
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1 egg white (for sealing)
- vegetable oil, for frying
For the Filling:
- 2 cups whole milk ricotta cheese, well drained
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips or chopped pistachios (optional)
- powdered sugar for dusting
- extra chocolate chips or crushed pistachios for ends (optional)
To Garnish:
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Cut in butter, then add egg, Marsala wine, and vinegar. Knead, wrap, and rest dough.
- Make the Filling: Mix ricotta, powdered sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- Form and Fry the Shells: Roll dough thin, cut into circles, wrap around tubes, seal, and fry until golden brown.
- Fill the Cannoli: Fill shells with ricotta mixture, garnish, and serve.
Notes
- Drain ricotta overnight for a smooth filling.
- Fill shells just before serving for best texture.
- Unfilled shells can be stored airtight for up to 1 week.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cannoli
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
