Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsLeone'sCannolies Recipe

Cannolies Recipe

Inspired by Leone's
Time2h
Serves12

Make Cannolies Recipe in just 2h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Dough

Method

Dough Preparation

  1. 1

    Make the Dough

    In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Mix well.

  2. 2

    Cut in the unsalted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

  3. 3

    Add the egg, white wine (or vinegar), and water to the mixture. Stir until a dough forms.

  4. 4

    Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Filling Preparation

  1. 5

    Prepare the Filling

    In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and chocolate chips.

  2. 6

    Mix until smooth and well combined. Refrigerate the filling until ready to use.

Frying

  1. 7

    Fry the Cannoli Shells

    In a deep pot, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).

  2. 8

    Roll out the dough to about 1/8 inch thick and cut into circles (about 4 inches in diameter).

  3. 9

    Wrap each circle around a cannoli tube and seal the edges with a bit of egg wash.

  4. 10

    Carefully place the wrapped tubes in the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.

  5. 11

    Remove the shells from the oil and drain on paper towels. Let cool completely before removing the tubes.

Assembly

  1. 12

    Fill and Garnish

    Once the shells are cool, use a piping bag to fill each cannoli shell with the ricotta filling.

  2. 13

    Dust the filled cannoli with powdered sugar and sprinkle with chopped pistachios or chocolate shavings.

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