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cannoli-recipe

Cannoli Recipe

A classic Italian dessert with a crispy shell and creamy filling.
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Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Shells

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoon cold butter cut into small pieces
  • 1 egg large egg beaten
  • ½ cup white wine

Filling

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

Instructions 

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
  2. Cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Add beaten egg and wine, mix until dough forms.
  4. Wrap dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  5. Roll out dough thinly and cut into circles. Wrap circles around cannoli tubes.
  6. Fry in hot oil until golden brown. Remove and let cool.
  7. In another bowl, mix ricotta, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Fold in chocolate chips.
  8. Fill cooled shells with ricotta mixture. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 1mg

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Cannoli
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