Cannoli Filling
Indulge your sweet tooth with this luscious cannoli filling recipe, a creamy blend of rich whole milk ricotta, powdered sugar, and warm hints of vanilla and cinnamon. Perfectly balanced by the crunch of mini chocolate chips and a zesty twist of optional orange zest, this filling is as versatile as it is delicious. With just 15 minutes of prep time (plus a quick chill), this no-cook recipe transforms into the ideal filling for classic cannoli shells or a decadent dip for fresh fruit and cookies. Whether you're hosting a party or craving an authentic Italian dessert, this easy homemade cannoli filling is your go-to for irresistible flavor in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 cup Mini chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest (optional)
Instructions
Place the ricotta cheese in a cheesecloth-lined strainer or fine mesh sieve set over a bowl and let it drain in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to remove excess moisture. Skip this step if the ricotta is very thick and not watery.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the drained ricotta cheese and powdered sugar. Mix thoroughly using a spatula or hand mixer until smooth and creamy.
Add vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and orange zest (if using) to the mixture. Stir until well incorporated.
Gently fold in mini chocolate chips to distribute them evenly throughout the filling.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the filling for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the mixture to firm up.
When ready to serve, transfer the filling into a pastry bag fitted with a large tip and pipe it into cannoli shells. Alternatively, use a spoon to fill the shells.
Dust the filled cannoli with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1471 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 66.9 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.7 g | 214% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 236 mg | 79% | |
| Sodium | 638 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 165.3 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 156.4 g | ||
| Protein | 42.6 g | 85% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1625 mg | 125% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 18 mg | 0% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
