Cannoli Recipe
Make Cannoli Recipe in just 2h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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.
Shells
Filling
Method
Shells
- 1
Make the Dough
In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, and salt. Mix well.
- 2
Add Butter and Egg
Cut in the unsalted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add the egg yolk and white wine, mixing until a smooth dough forms.
- 3
Chill the Dough
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- 4
Roll and Cut the Dough
After chilling, divide the dough into quarters. Roll out each quarter on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thickness and cut into circles (about 4 inches in diameter).
- 5
Fry the Shells
Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 375°F (190°C). Carefully wrap each dough circle around a cannoli form and seal the edges. Fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
- 6
Cool the Shells
Once fried, let the shells cool completely before removing them from the forms.
Filling
- 7
Prepare the Filling
In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- 8
Add Chocolate Chips
Fold in chocolate chips gently until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- 9
Fill the Shells
Using a piping bag or a spoon, fill each cooled cannoli shell with the ricotta filling.
- 10
Garnish
Sprinkle chopped pistachios on the ends of each filled cannoli for garnish.
- 11
Serve
Arrange the filled cannoli on a serving platter and enjoy!
