Cannoli (cannoli)

Cannoli are classic Italian pastries that consist of tube-shaped shells of fried pastry dough, filled with a sweet, creamy filling. This recipe will guide you through making these delicious treats at home.

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Cannoli (cannoli)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup Marsala wine
  • 1 egg white
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons chopped pistachios

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the Marsala wine and egg white. Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth, about 5 minutes. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  2. Divide the dough into 4 portions. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion to 1/16-inch thickness. Cut with a 4-inch round cutter. Wrap each circle around a metal cannoli tube, sealing the edges with a little water.
  3. In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°F. Fry the shells, a few at a time, for 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Carefully slide the shells off the tubes when cool enough to handle.
  4. In a small bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla. Stir in the pistachios. Spoon into a pastry bag or resealable plastic bag; cut a small hole in the corner of the bag. Pipe into cannoli shells. If desired, sprinkle ends with additional pistachios.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
40 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per cannoli
Carbohydrates
15g
Protein
3g
Fat
8g

Supplies

Mixing bowl Rolling pin Pastry bag or resealable plastic bag Metal cannoli tubes

Tools

Electric skillet or deep-fat fryer

Serving suggestions

Serve the cannoli with a dusting of powdered sugar and a drizzle of chocolate sauce for a decadent dessert.

Tips & tricks

Make sure to seal the edges of the cannoli shells well to prevent them from unraveling during frying.

Cost

$15