Cannoli Recipe

Cannoli Preparation

1. 1

   Make the Cannoli Shells

   In a bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, sugar, and salt. Add softened butter and mix until crumbly. Stir in the egg and wine (or vinegar) until a dough forms. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

2. 2

   Roll and Cut the Dough

   On a floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/8 inch thickness. Cut into circles using a round cutter (about 3 inches in diameter).

3. 3

   Fry the Cannoli Shells

   Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Wrap each dough circle around a cannoli tube, sealing the edges with a little water. Fry the shells until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.

4. 4

   Prepare the Filling

   In a bowl, beat together mascarpone, ricotta, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Fold in mini chocolate chips.

5. 5

   Fill the Cannoli

   Once the shells are cool, remove them from the tubes. Fill a piping bag with the filling and pipe it into each shell from both ends.

6. 6

   Garnish and Serve

   Dip the ends of each filled cannoli in chopped pistachios and drizzle with extra chocolate if desired. Serve immediately.