If you're a fan of Italian desserts, you're probably familiar with cannoli. Cannoli is a delicious pastry that originated in Sicily, Italy. It is made up of a crispy shell filled with sweet ricotta cheese, chocolate chips, and sometimes candied fruit. In this recipe, we'll show you how to make homemade cannoli that will surely impress your family and friends.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar- 1/4 teaspoon salt- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces- 1 large egg yolk- 1/2 cup dry white wine- 2 cups ricotta cheese- 1/2 cup powdered sugar- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips- Vegetable oil for frying- Powdered sugar for dusting
Image Description: A picture of all the ingredients needed for the cannoli recipe, including all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, unsalted butter, ricotta cheese, chocolate chips, etc.
Instructions:
1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Add the butter and mix until the mixture is crumbly.2. Add the egg yolk and wine to the mixture and stir until a dough forms. Knead the dough on a floured surface until it is smooth and elastic.3. Cover the dough with a damp towel and let it rest for 30 minutes.4. In a separate bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Stir in the mini chocolate chips.5. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Roll out the dough on a floured surface and cut it into circles using a cookie cutter or a cup.6. Wrap each circle around a cannoli tube and press the edges together to seal. Fry the shells in the hot oil until golden brown.7. Remove the shells from the oil and let them cool for a few minutes. Carefully remove the tubes from the shells.8. Fill each shell with the ricotta mixture using a piping bag or a spoon.9. Dust the cannoli with powdered sugar and serve immediately.
Image Description: A picture of two cannoli with powdered sugar dusting, stuffed with ricotta cheese mixture and mini chocolate chips.
Tips:
- Make sure to let the dough rest for 30 minutes to ensure it is easy to work with.- Use a thermometer to make sure the oil is at the right temperature for frying.- You can also dip the ends of the cannoli in melted chocolate for an extra touch of sweetness.
