Cheat's Cannoli Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Cheat's Cannoli is a quick and easy dessert that captures the flavors of traditional cannoli without the hassle of making the pastry shells. This recipe uses store-bought cannoli shells and a creamy filling made with ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and mini chocolate chips. Simply mix the filling ingredients together, pipe it into the cannoli shells, and dust with powdered sugar. Serve these Cheat's Cannoli as a delightful treat for any occasion.

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45minstotal
30minsPrep
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Ingredients for Cheat's Cannoli Recipe

  • 2 Store Bought Cannoli Shells
  • 0.38 cup Ricotta Cheese
  • 0.13 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 0.06 cup Mini Chocolate Chips
  • as required Powdered Sugar, For Dusting

Directions: Cheat's Cannoli Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  • STEP 2.Fold in mini chocolate chips into the ricotta mixture.
  • STEP 3.Transfer the filling into a piping bag fitted with a large star tip.
  • STEP 4.Pipe the filling into both ends of the cannoli shells, filling them completely.
  • STEP 5.Dust the filled cannoli with powdered sugar before serving.

Cooking Tips

  • Make sure to use a good quality ricotta cheese for a creamy and smooth filling.
  • If the cannoli shells are too fragile, dip the ends in melted chocolate to reinforce them.
  • For added flavor, you can also add a pinch of cinnamon or orange zest to the filling.

Storage and Serving

  • Cheat's Cannoli is best served immediately after filling to maintain the crispness of the shells.
  • If you need to store them, keep the filled cannoli in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • Before serving, let the cannoli come to room temperature for about 10 minutes to soften slightly.
Nutrition
value
600
calories per serving
46 g Fat17 g Protein30 g Carbs10 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    46g
  • Protein
    17g
  • Carbs
    30g
  • Fiber
    10g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    30g
  • Protein
    17g
  • Fiber
    10g

Fats

  • Fat
    46g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    143mg
  • Iron
    4mg
  • Vitamin A
    41mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    2mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    51mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    < 1mcg
  • Vitamin C
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin E
    23mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    179mg
  • Manganese
    1mg
  • Phosphorus
    393mg
  • Selenium
    8mcg
  • Zinc
    2mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp