Ingredients and Weight:
- Cannoli Shells: 8 pre-made cannoli shells (available in supermarkets or Italian food stores)
- Chocolate Chips: 1 cup (200 grams)
- Filling:
- Ricotta Cheese: 1 pound (454 grams)
- Confectioners' Sugar: 1/2 cup (60 grams)
- Egg Yolk: 2
- Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: Pinch of salt
- Toppings:
- Confectioners' Sugar for dusting
- Chocolate shavings (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes (plus additional time for chilling the filling)
- Cooking Time: None (Cannoli shells are pre-made and filling is assembled, not cooked)
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate): Requires mixing and assembling of ingredients, but no complex cooking steps.
Preparation Method Steps:
- Prepare the filling by mixing the ricotta cheese, confectioners' sugar, egg yolks, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Chill the filling in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to set.
- Take the chilled filling out of the refrigerator and assemble into the cannoli shells.
- Dust with confectioners' sugar and add chocolate shavings as a topping (optional).
- Serve immediately.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 servings total)
- Calories: Approx. 400 calories per serving (depending on the exact ingredients used)
- Fat: 20-25 grams
- Carbohydrates: 40-50 grams
- Protein: 8-10 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Traditional Italian dessert with a sweet and creamy filling enclosed in crispy cannoli shells.
- Chocolate chips add a chocolatey flavor to the creamy filling.
- A popular dessert in the United States, especially among those who enjoy Italian cuisine.
User Comments:
- "This is an excellent recipe for those who love cannoli! The chocolate chips in the filling were a great addition."
- "The crispy shells paired with the creamy chocolate filling were a match made in dessert heaven!"
- "Easy to make and a big hit at my party! Everyone loved the chocolate chips in the cannoli."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use good quality pre-made cannoli shells to ensure the perfect texture and taste.
- Chill the filling for at least 2 hours to ensure it sets properly before assembling into the shells.
- Use high-quality chocolate chips for the best flavor experience.
