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Close-up shot of a single cannoli cut in half showing creamy ricotta filling with chocolate chips

Sicilian Cannoli

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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 12 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups organic all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons organic sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • 1/2 cup white wine or water
  • 4 cups neutral oil for frying such as avocado oil
  • 2 pounds whole milk ricotta cheese drained overnight
  • 1 cup organic powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest
  • 1/2 cup mini dark chocolate chips
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon optional
  • powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt. Create a well in the center and add olive oil, beaten egg, and wine. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  • Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. The dough should be firm but not dry. Wrap in plastic and rest for 30 minutes at room temperature.
  • In a large bowl, gently fold together the drained ricotta, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and cinnamon if using. Don't overmix - maintain some texture.
  • Fold in chocolate chips gently. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight. Transfer to a piping bag with a large round tip before serving.
  • Divide dough into 12 pieces. Roll each piece very thin on a floured surface, about 4 inches in diameter. Wrap each circle around a cannoli tube, sealing the overlap with a dab of water.
  • Heat oil to 375°F in a heavy pot or deep fryer. Fry cannoli shells 2-3 at a time for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and bubbling. Remove carefully and cool completely before removing from tubes.
  • Just before serving, pipe filling into shells from both ends. Dust with powdered sugar and serve immediately.

Notes

Storage tip: Keep shells and filling separate until ready to serve. Shells stay crispy for 3 days in airtight container. Never store filled cannoli as shells will become soggy.
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