Homemade Cannolis Recipe
Filled with chocolate chip filling then drizzled. Served with raspberry or chocolate sauce.
Was this page helpful?
Help improve this recipe for others.
Send this recipe to your inbox.
We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.
Ingredients
Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Cannoli Shells
Chocolate Chip Filling
Sauces
Method
Cannoli Shells
- 1
Make the Dough
In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, and salt. Make a well in the center and add the egg, wine, and melted butter. Combine until a dough forms.
- 2
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest for at least 1 hour.
- 3
Roll and Cut the Dough
After resting, divide the dough into quarters. Roll out one piece at a time to about 1/8 inch thickness. Cut into 4-inch circles.
- 4
Fry the Shells
Wrap each circle around a cannoli tube. Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C) and fry the shells until golden, about 2-3 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Chocolate Chip Filling
- 5
Prepare the Filling
In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- 6
Fold in Chocolate Chips
Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips.
- 7
Whip the Cream
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Carefully fold the whipped cream into the ricotta mixture until well combined.
Assembly
- 8
Fill the Cannoli Shells
Using a pastry bag, fill each cannoli shell with the chocolate chip filling from both ends until full.
- 9
Drizzle and Serve
Drizzle the filled cannoli with raspberry or chocolate sauce before serving.
