Description
A vibrant dessert combining creamy ricotta and fresh summer fruits in a crispy cannoli shell, perfect for celebrations.
Ingredients
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- Cannoli shells (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Marsala wine (if making shells)
- Flour, for the cannoli shells
- Butter, for the cannoli shells
- Sugar, for the cannoli shells
Instructions
- Prepare the Cannoli Shells: Mix flour, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Gradually add Marsala wine until dough forms. Knead until smooth, wrap in plastic, and let rest for 30 minutes. Roll out thinly, cut into shapes, fry until golden brown, and cool on wire racks.
- Make the Filling: In a bowl, combine ricotta, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gently fold in chopped strawberries and blueberries.
- Assemble the Cannoli: Fill each shell with the ricotta mixture using a piping bag and dust with powdered sugar. Garnish with additional fruit if desired.
- Serve Immediately: Enjoy the cannoli right away for the best crispness.
Notes
For best results, fill the cannoli just before serving to maintain their crispness. Drain ricotta before mixing to avoid watery filling.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cannoli
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: cannoli, dessert, summer, strawberries, blueberries, Italian dessert
