Cannoli Of The Day Recipe
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Ingredients
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Shells
Filling
Garnish
Method
Shell Preparation
- 1
Make the Dough
In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt.
- 2
Add Wet Ingredients
Cut in the unsalted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add the egg and white wine (or vinegar) to the mixture and mix until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead and Rest
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- 4
Roll and Cut
After resting, roll out the dough very thin, about 1/8 inch thick. Cut into circles using a round cutter.
- 5
Fry the Shells
Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. Wrap each dough circle around a cannoli tube and carefully fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Filling Preparation
- 6
Mix Filling Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and mini chocolate chips. Mix until smooth.
- 7
Chill the Filling
Cover the filling and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Assembly
- 8
Fill the Cannoli
Once the shells have cooled, carefully remove them from the tubes. Using a piping bag, fill each shell with the ricotta filling.
- 9
Garnish
Sprinkle powdered sugar on top and add chocolate shavings and chopped pistachios for garnish.