Cannoli Napoleons

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2
Cannoli Napoleons Recipe Ideal for Dessert
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Prep

30 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

1 hr

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour ( plus more for rolling )
2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1/2 cup dry red wine ( or as needed )
1 lb fresh ricotta
2/3 cup confectioners ' sugar , plus more for decoration
1 tablespoon Grand Marnier ( optional , but very good )
1 ounce unsweetened chocolate ( or 3 tablespoons bittersweet chips )
2 tablespoons candied orange peel
2 tablespoons toasted almonds

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10
Calories
367
Sugar
21g
Fat
21g
Cannoli Napoleon is a classic Sicilian dessert that has made its way across the world as one of the perfect ways to end a meal. As a popular pastry option in Italy, this delightful dessert has a flaky shell filled with a delicious mixture of creamy ricotta cheese, sugar, chocolate sauce, candied orange peel, and toasted almonds. Served chilled, this dessert is perfect for hot summer days, and the crispy texture pairs well with the creamy and smooth texture of the filling, making it an ideal choice for those who want something sweet and delectable at the end of their meal.

Instructions

1.The first step is to prepare the shell, which is the most important part of this recipe.
2.In a mixing bowl, add flour, sugar, and salt. Mix everything well.
3.Drizzle olive oil and white vinegar, and red wine as needed, to make the dough. Once the dough is ready, keep it in the fridge for an hour.
4.Roll the chilled dough into small parts and flatten them out as much as possible. Roll them and cut into circles.
5.Fry the circles for a minute or two until they are golden brown or crispy.
6.In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, confectioner's sugar, and Grand Marnier (optional) together until well combined.
7.To make the chocolate sauce, melt the unsweetened chocolate or melt bittersweet chocolate chips in a bowl and pour in the syrup.
8.Spread the ricotta mixture over the cooled pastry round, then add another layer of pastry and ricotta mixture on top.
9.Drizzle the chocolate sauce over the top and sprinkle with candied orange peel and toasted almonds.
10.Keep the Cannoli Napoleon in the fridge until it is ready to be served. Enjoy!

PROS

The crunchy, sweet, flaky shells, accompanied by the ricotta mixture and chocolate sauce in Cannoli Napoleon, make it an ideal dessert option for finishing off your meal.

The recipe is easy to follow and yields perfect results every time.

CONS

If not eaten in moderation, the high sugar and fat content of Cannoli Napoleons can lead to heart and health problems.
The shells can be a bit oily if these pastry pockets are not fried correctly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Cannoli Napoleons do not offer any substantial health benefits, the almonds and candied orange peel are great sources of fiber, antioxidants, and healthy minerals like magnesium and potassium.

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