Cannoli Recipe
Pastry filled with sweetened ricotta cheese and chocolate chips
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Ingredients
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Cannoli Shells
Filling
Method
Cannoli Shells
- 1
Prepare the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Mix well to combine.
- 2
Add Butter and Egg
Cut in the unsalted butter with a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add the egg yolk and white wine or vinegar, mixing until the dough comes together.
- 3
Knead and Rest
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until smooth. Wrap in plastic wrap and let rest for at least 30 minutes.
- 4
Roll Out the Dough
After resting, roll out the dough to about 1/8 inch thickness. Cut into 4-inch circles or ovals.
- 5
Fry the Shells
Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 350°F (175°C). Wrap each dough circle around a cannoli tube and secure with a little water. Fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Filling
- 6
Prepare the Filling
In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, confectioners' sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- 7
Add Chocolate Chips
Fold in the chocolate chips and pistachios or candied orange peel if using, until evenly distributed.
- 8
Fill the Shells
Once the cannoli shells are completely cooled, use a piping bag or a small spoon to fill each shell with the ricotta mixture. Fill them just before serving to keep the shells crisp.
