Description
Indulgent cannoli cups bring Sicily’s sweet magic right to your kitchen, blending creamy ricotta and crisp pastry in one delightful bite. Rich chocolate chips and delicate powdered sugar elevate this classic dessert, promising a delectable experience you’ll savor with pure Italian charm.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Ingredients:
- 1 cup (250 g) ricotta cheese, drained
- ½ cup (125 g) mascarpone cheese
Sweeteners and Flavoring:
- ½ cup (60 g) powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
Additional Ingredients:
- ⅓ cup (60 g) mini chocolate chips
- 1 package (15-20) mini phyllo shells
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Whisk ricotta, mascarpone, powdered sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon in a medium bowl until velvety smooth and thoroughly blended.
- Gently incorporate mini chocolate chips into the cheese mixture, ensuring even distribution throughout the filling.
- Seal the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30-45 minutes to allow flavors to harmonize and filling to slightly solidify.
- Heat oven to 350F and arrange mini phyllo shells on a clean baking sheet, warming them for approximately 3-5 minutes to enhance crispness.
- Remove phyllo shells and let cool completely on a wire rack to maintain their delicate texture.
- Transfer chilled filling into a piping bag or resealable plastic bag with a corner snipped diagonally.
- Carefully pipe the creamy mixture into each shell, filling them generously but avoiding overfilling.
- Delicately dust the filled cannoli cups with a light layer of powdered sugar using a fine mesh sifter.
- Optional: Sprinkle additional mini chocolate chips or finely chopped pistachios on top for extra visual appeal and textural contrast.
- Serve immediately to preserve the shells’ crisp integrity and enjoy the decadent treat.
Notes
- Opt for fresh, high-quality ricotta cheese to ensure a smooth, creamy filling that elevates the entire dessert.
- Drain excess moisture from ricotta by placing it in a cheesecloth-lined strainer for 30 minutes before mixing to prevent watery filling.
- Customize the filling by experimenting with different mix-ins like orange zest, chopped candied fruits, or alternative spices like nutmeg for unique flavor profiles.
- Make these cups gluten-free by using gluten-free phyllo shells or creating a crispy almond flour cup alternative for those with wheat sensitivities.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg