Cannoli Recipe
Indulge in our classic Cannoli, a delightful Italian pastry featuring a crisp, golden shell filled with a rich and creamy ricotta cheese mixture, delicately flavored with hints of vanilla and chocolate chips. Each bite offers a perfect balance of sweetness and texture, making it the ultimate treat to satisfy your dessert cravings.
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Ingredients
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Cannoli Shells
Method
Making the Cannoli
- 1
Prepare the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and cocoa powder. Mix well. In a separate bowl, whisk together egg yolks, white wine (or vinegar), and melted butter. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
- 2
Knead and Rest
Turn the dough onto 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 at room temperature.
- 3
Roll and Cut
After resting, divide the dough into quarters. Roll out each piece as thin as possible (about 1/8 inch thick). Cut into circles about 4 inches in diameter.
- 4
Shape the Shells
Wrap each dough circle around a cannoli tube, sealing the ends with a little water. Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry the shells until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 5
Prepare the Filling
While the shells cool, prepare the filling by mixing ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and chocolate chips in a bowl until well combined.
- 6
Fill the Cannoli
Once the shells are cool, carefully remove them from the tubes. Fill a piping bag with the ricotta mixture and pipe it into each shell from both ends.
- 7
Serve
Dust with powdered sugar and chocolate shavings before serving. Enjoy your homemade cannoli!
