Cannoli Recipe
Crispy pastry filled with sweet ricotta cheese.
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Ingredients
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Pastry Shell
Filling
Method
Pastry Shell
- 1
Make the Dough
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, and salt. Mix well.
- 2
Add Butter
Cut in the unsalted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 3
Incorporate Egg and Liquids
Stir in the egg yolk, white wine (or vinegar), and water. Mix until a dough forms. Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth.
- 4
Chill the Dough
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 5
Roll Out and Cut
On a floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/8 inch thick. Cut into circles (about 4 inches in diameter) using a cookie cutter.
- 6
Shape the Shells
Wrap each circle around a cannoli tube, sealing the edges with a bit of water.
- 7
Fry the Shells
Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 375°F (190°C). Carefully fry the wrapped tubes until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Remove and let cool slightly before removing the tubes.
Filling
- 8
Prepare the Filling
In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- 9
Add Chocolate Chips
Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- 10
Fill the Cannoli
Using a pastry bag or a small spoon, fill each cooled cannoli shell with the ricotta filling.
- 11
Garnish
Sprinkle the ends with chopped pistachios or candied fruit for garnish.