Cannoli alla Siciliana (Sicilian Cannoli)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2
Sicilian perfection, Cannoli alla Siciliana to sweeten up your day
in Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

120 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

Filling :
2 pounds sheep 's milk ricotta cheese
1 1/2 cups confectioners ' sugar
1/4 cup mixed peel
1 1/2 ounces dark chocolate , finely chopped
Cannoli Shells :
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons dry Marsala wine , or more to taste
1 tablespoon butter , softened
1 tablespoon white sugar
2 teaspoons vinegar , or more to taste
corn oil for frying
Topping :
3 tablespoons chopped pistachio nuts
2 tablespoons confectioners ' sugar , or to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
427
Sugar
23g
Fat
23g
Cannoli alla Siciliana, a popular Sicilian dessert, is made with fried pastry dough that's shaped into tubes filled with creamy sweetened sheep milk ricotta cheese. The filling is studded with mixed peel and dark chocolate and sprinkled with pistachio nuts and confectioner's sugar. These delightful treats are crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside, a perfect combination of textures in each bite. Cannoli alla Siciliana is a cherished dessert in Sicily, often served on special occasions with a shot of espresso.

Instructions

1.Combine all the cannoli shell ingredients in a bowl until a workable dough is formed
2.On floured surface, knead dough and roll it out to 1/8-inch thickness
3.Use a 4-inch round cutter to cut out circles of dough
4.Wrap dough circles around metal cannoli tubes, and brush beaten egg onto overlapping dough
5.Heat oil in a deep-fryer or heavy skillet to 375F (190C)
6.Fry cannoli shells until golden brown
7.Drain fried shells on paper towels, and let it cool
8.In a bowl, combine all ingredients for the filling and mix until smooth
9.Fill the shells with the prepared filling using a pastry bag or teaspoon
10.Garnish with pistachio nuts and confectioners' sugar and serve immediately.

PROS

Crispy, flaky, and creamy, a perfect combination of textures in one bite.

A traditional Sicilian dessert loved by all.

CONS

These sweet delights are high in calories and fat, so enjoy them in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Can be time-consuming to make the shells.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Sheep’s milk ricotta cheese used in the filling is a good source of protein and calcium.
The dark chocolate in the filling is loaded with antioxidants, can lower blood pressure, and improve heart health.
Pistachios are a good source of healthy fats, protein, fiber, and antioxidants.

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