Description
Delightful bite-sized twists on the classic Italian dessert, featuring crispy shells filled with a creamy ricotta mixture.
Ingredients
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- Cannoli shells (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the shells: Roll the dough thin and cut it into circles. Form around cannoli tubes and bake until golden brown.
- Cool the shells: Let them cool completely before removing them from the molds.
- Make the filling: In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon. Mix until smooth, then fold in chocolate chips.
- Fill the shells: Use a piping bag or a small spoon to fill the cooled shells with the ricotta mixture.
- Dust with powdered sugar: Just before serving, sprinkle the filled cannoli bites with powdered sugar for an elegant touch.
Notes
For optimal texture, fill the shells just before serving and store the filling separately.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: cannoli, dessert, Italian, bite-sized, ricotta, party treats