Description
Delightful cannoli shells filled with a creamy mixture of ricotta and mascarpone, topped with a vibrant medley of fresh fruits. This sweet treat combines classic Italian flavors with a refreshing twist, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Cannoli Shells:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1/4 cup white wine or water
- Oil for frying
For the Filling:
- 1 cup ricotta cheese, drained
- 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Topping:
- Mixed fresh fruits (raspberries, blackberries, strawberries, diced peaches, watermelon cubes)
- Powdered sugar
- Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Prepare Cannoli Shells: Combine flour, sugar, salt, and butter in a bowl. Add egg yolk and wine or water. Knead the dough, wrap in plastic wrap, and let it rest for 30 minutes. Roll out the dough, cut into circles, wrap around metal cannoli tubes, and seal edges with water. Fry in hot oil until golden brown.
- Make Filling: Mix ricotta cheese, mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a bowl.
- Assemble Cannoli: Pipe filling into cooled cannoli shells. Top with fresh fruits.
- Serve: Dust with powdered sugar and garnish with mint leaves.
Notes
- Ensure the ricotta cheese is well-drained for a smoother filling.
- Use a thermometer to maintain the oil temperature for frying.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cannoli
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg