Cannoli Recipe
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Ingredients
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Cannoli Shells
Ricotta Filling
Method
Cannoli Shells
- 1
Prepare the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Add the unsalted butter and mix until crumbly.
- 2
Add Wet Ingredients
Stir in the egg yolks and white wine (or vinegar) until the dough starts to come together.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth. Wrap in plastic and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.
- 4
Roll Out the Dough
After resting, roll out the dough to about 1/8 inch thick. Use a round cutter to cut out circles (about 4-5 inches in diameter).
- 5
Shape the Shells
Wrap each dough circle around a cannoli tube, sealing the edges with a bit of water.
- 6
Fry the Shells
Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry the wrapped tubes in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Remove and let cool slightly before carefully removing the tubes.
Ricotta Filling
- 7
Prepare the Filling
In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- 8
Add Chocolate Chips
Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips into the ricotta mixture until evenly distributed.
- 9
Fill the Shells
Using a pastry bag or a spoon, fill each cooled cannoli shell with the ricotta filling.
- 10
Garnish
Sprinkle chopped pistachios on both ends of the filled cannoli before serving.
