Cannoli Recipe
Delicious tube of fried dough, filled with a sweet, creamy ricotta filling.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Filling
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Mixing Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Make a well in the center and add the egg, white wine (or vinegar), and melted butter.
- 2
Kneading the Dough
Mix until a dough forms. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until smooth. Wrap in plastic wrap and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.
- 3
Rolling and Shaping
After resting, divide the dough into small pieces. Roll each piece out thinly, about 1/8 inch thick. Cut into circles (about 4-5 inches in diameter).
- 4
Wrapping around Cannoli Forms
Wrap each circle around a cannoli form, sealing the edges with a bit of water. Make sure the dough is tightly wrapped.
Frying
- 5
Heating Oil
In a deep frying pan, heat the oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Frying Cannoli
Carefully place the wrapped forms into the hot oil, frying until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
- 7
Cooling
Let the cannoli cool for a few minutes before removing the forms. Gently twist to release.
Filling Preparation
- 8
Mixing the Filling
In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- 9
Adding Chocolate Chips
Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped pistachios if using.
- 10
Filling the Cannoli
Using a piping bag or a small spoon, fill each cooled cannoli shell with the ricotta filling.
Serving
- 11
Garnishing
Dust the filled cannoli with additional powdered sugar and serve immediately for the best texture.
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