Description
Classic Italian cannoli with crisp, golden shells filled with a sweet, creamy ricotta filling lightly flavored with vanilla and citrus.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1/2 cup dry white wine or milk
- Oil for frying
- 2 cups ricotta cheese, well-drained
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp orange zest
- 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix flour, granulated sugar, and salt.
- Add butter and egg yolk, then gradually mix in wine or milk to form a dough.
- Knead until smooth, wrap, and rest for 30 minutes.
- Roll dough thin, cut into circles, and wrap around cannoli molds.
- Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) and fry shells until golden and crisp.
- Drain and cool completely before removing molds.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, powdered sugar, vanilla, and orange zest until smooth.
- Fold in chocolate chips.
- Pipe filling into cooled shells just before serving.
Notes
- Drain ricotta overnight for best texture.
- Fill shells just before serving to keep them crisp.
- Dust ends with powdered sugar or chopped pistachios if desired.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian