Description
Indulge in these delightful Fruit-Filled Cannoli that feature a creamy ricotta and mascarpone filling with a burst of fresh fruit, all nestled in a crispy cannoli shell. Perfect for a sweet treat or a special dessert!
Ingredients
Scale
Cannoli Shells:
- 12 cannoli shells (store-bought or homemade)
Filling:
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk ricotta cheese (drained)
- 3/4 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup finely chopped mixed fresh fruit (such as strawberries, kiwi, mango, or blueberries)
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
Additional:
- powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, prepare the filling: Combine the ricotta, mascarpone, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and creamy.
- Gently fold in the fruit: Add the finely chopped fruit and mini chocolate chips if desired.
- Fill the cannoli: Transfer the filling to a piping bag or zip-top bag, then pipe the filling into each end of the cannoli shells.
- Present and serve: Arrange the filled cannoli on a serving tray and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- For best results, fill cannoli shells just before serving to maintain crispness.
- Drain ricotta thoroughly to prevent a watery filling.
- Chill the filling for 30 minutes before piping for a firmer texture if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cannoli
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
