Strawberries with Cannoli Cream
Treat yourself to an effortless yet stunning dessert with these Strawberries with Cannoli Cream, a modern twist on the classic Italian pastry. Plump, juicy strawberries are hollowed and filled with a luscious blend of ricotta and mascarpone cheese, lightly sweetened with powdered sugar and infused with fragrant vanilla and bright orange zest. Mini chocolate chips add a delightful crunch, while optional chopped pistachios lend a nutty finish to this elegant dish. Perfect for parties or a casual indulgence, this no-bake recipe comes together in just 20 minutes and is as beautiful as it is delicious. Whether served chilled or prepared fresh, these bite-sized delights are sure to impress your guests with their gourmet flair.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 large Fresh strawberries
- 1 cup Ricotta cheese
- 0.5 cup Mascarpone cheese
- 0.25 cup Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup Mini chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 2 tablespoons Pistachios (optional, finely chopped)
Instructions
1. Rinse the strawberries and pat them dry thoroughly using a paper towel.
2. Slice off the tops of the strawberries and use a small paring knife or a melon baller to hollow out the center of each strawberry, creating a small cavity for the filling.
3. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese and mascarpone cheese. Mix until smooth and creamy.
4. Add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and orange zest to the cheese mixture. Stir well to ensure everything is evenly incorporated.
5. Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips, reserving a few for garnish if desired.
6. Transfer the cannoli cream filling to a piping bag fitted with a star tip or a zip-top bag with a small corner snipped off.
7. Pipe the cannoli cream into the hollowed-out strawberries until they are filled generously.
8. If desired, garnish the tops with chopped pistachios or a sprinkle of reserved chocolate chips.
9. Serve immediately for the freshest taste, or refrigerate for up to 4 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1286 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 91.2 g | 117% | |
| Saturated Fat | 55.2 g | 276% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 322 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 270 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 91.2 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 57.0 g | ||
| Protein | 39.7 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1260 mg | 97% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 936 mg | 20% | |
*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.
