Chocolate Eggnog Cannoli
Elevate your holiday dessert game with these indulgent Chocolate Eggnog Cannoli! A festive twist on the classic Italian treat, this recipe features crispy cannoli shells stuffed with a rich, creamy filling made from ricotta, mascarpone, cocoa powder, and a hint of warm spices like nutmeg and cinnamon. The addition of velvety eggnog and dark chocolate chips takes the lusciousness to the next level, while garnishes of mini chocolate chips or chopped pistachios add festive flair and irresistible crunch. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes, this no-bake dessert is perfect for entertaining or enjoying a holiday indulgence at home. Dust with powdered sugar for a snowy finishing touch and serve up a crowd-pleasing holiday treat that’s as beautiful as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces Cannoli shells (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups Ricotta cheese (strained)
- 0.5 cups Mascarpone cheese
- 0.75 cups Powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons Cocoa powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cups Dark chocolate chips
- 0.25 cups Eggnog
- 0.5 cups Mini chocolate chips or chopped pistachios for garnish
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the strained ricotta cheese and mascarpone cheese. Stir until smooth and well blended.
Sift in the powdered sugar and cocoa powder, then add the ground nutmeg, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Mix until fully incorporated.
Gradually stir in the eggnog to loosen the mixture slightly, being careful not to make it too runny. Fold in the dark chocolate chips.
Transfer the filling to a piping bag fitted with a large round or star tip. If you don't have a piping bag, use a resealable bag and snip off one corner.
Chill the filling in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes to firm it up for easy piping.
Once chilled, pipe the filling into each end of the cannoli shells, ensuring they are completely filled but not overstuffed.
Dip the exposed ends of the filling into mini chocolate chips or chopped pistachios for an extra festive touch.
Lightly dust the filled cannoli with powdered sugar before serving.
Serve immediately, or store in the refrigerator for up to a day. Note that the shells will slightly soften over time due to the filling.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4439 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 258.3 g | 331% | |
| Saturated Fat | 134.7 g | 674% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 506 mg | 169% | |
| Sodium | 1093 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 445.5 g | 162% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.0 g | 100% | |
| Total Sugars | 217.3 g | ||
| Protein | 103.3 g | 207% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1479 mg | 114% | |
| Iron | 22.3 mg | 124% | |
| Potassium | 2115 mg | 45% | |
*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.
