Jul 17 2026
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Cannoli (3) Recipe

Inspired by Bella Ciao
Time1h 30m
Serves12

Fried Pastry Dough with Sweet Ricotta Filling & Chocolate Chips

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Ingredients

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Fried Pastry Dough

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Make the Dough

    In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Add the egg, melted butter, and white wine or vinegar. Mix until a dough forms. Knead on a floured surface until smooth. Wrap in plastic and let rest for 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Filling

    In a bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Fold in chocolate chips. Refrigerate until ready to fill the shells.

  3. 3

    Roll and Cut the Dough

    Roll out the rested dough to about 1/8 inch thick. Cut into rectangles (about 4x6 inches).

  4. 4

    Fry the Shells

    Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Carefully fry the dough rectangles until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels and let cool.

  5. 5

    Fill the Cannoli

    Once the shells are cool, use a piping bag to fill them with the ricotta mixture. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

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