Cannoli Filling
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Cannoli Filling
Description
This Cannoli Filling recipe begins by draining full-fat ricotta overnight to remove excess moisture and thicken the mixture. It is then mixed thoroughly with mascarpone cheese for smoothness and richness. Vanilla extract, powdered sugar, and ground cinnamon are added to enhance flavor subtly. Mini chocolate chips fold gently through the filling, adding small bursts of chocolate in each bite.
The smooth filling is transferred to a piping bag to neatly fill crisp cannoli shells. The ends of the filled shells are dipped in melted chocolate mixed with shortening to harden slightly, providing a decorative finish and contrasting chocolate flavor.
This filling is suitable for dessert applications where a creamy, lightly spiced cheese filling is desired. It pairs well with the crunchy cannoli shells and can be prepared in advance, with the ricotta draining step ensuring proper texture.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup ricotta cheese drained, full-fat
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese BelGioioso brand
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- 8 cannoli shells
- 1/4 cup chocolate candy melts
- 1 teaspoon shortening or refined coconut oil
Instructions
- To drain the ricotta, line a fine mesh strainer with cheesecloth. Place the strainer over a bowl and add the ricotta to the strainer. Let the ricotta drain in the fridge overnight.
- In a mixing bowl, add in the drained ricotta and mascarpone cheese. Stir with a spatula until well combined.
- Add the vanilla extract, powdered sugar, and cinnamon into the cheese mixture. Stir with the spatula again until combined.
- Fold in the mini chocolate chips just until combined.
- Place the cannoli filling in a piping bag with just a coupler or large round tip. You can also use a storage bag and cut a larger hole in one of the corners. Set aside.
- In a small microwave-safe bowl, add in the melting chocolate and shortening. Microwave in 30 second intervals and stir after each interval. It should take about 3 intervals to completely melted the chocolate.
- Dip both ends of the cannoli into the chocolate and place on a piece of wax paper to set up. It should only take a few minutes to set up. If you want to jazz up the shells a bit more, add sprinkles while the chocolate is still wet.
- After the chocolate is set up, fill both sides of the cannoli with the filling.
- Place in the fridge in an airtight container until ready to serve.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8cannolis
Amount Per Serving
Calories 349 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 349kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 24g | 8% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 24g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Cholesterol | 41mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 45mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 24mg | 1% |
| Sugar | 14g | 28% |
| Vitamin A | 520IU | 10% |
| Calcium | 102mg | 10% |
| Iron | 4.2mg | 23% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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