Strawberry Cannoli
Indulge in the irresistible charm of Strawberry Cannoli, a delightful twist on the classic Italian dessert that's bursting with fresh, fruity flavors. Crispy cannoli shells are generously filled with a creamy blend of ricotta and mascarpone cheeses, lightly sweetened with powdered sugar and infused with a hint of vanilla. Folded into this luscious filling are juicy, finely diced strawberries and a touch of mini chocolate chips for an added layer of decadence. Each cannoli is beautifully garnished with fresh strawberry slices, a sprinkle of chopped pistachios, and a dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant finish. Perfect for festive gatherings or a special treat, these no-bake cannoli come together in just 25 minutes, making them as convenient as they are impressive. Whether you're craving a unique dessert or looking to elevate your homemade pastries, these Strawberry Cannoli are sure to delight every sweet tooth!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces Cannoli shells (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup Ricotta cheese
- 0.5 cup Mascarpone cheese
- 0.5 cup Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Strawberries (fresh, finely diced)
- 0.5 cup Strawberries (fresh, sliced for garnish)
- 0.25 cup Mini chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
- 0.25 cup Pistachios (finely chopped, optional for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, mascarpone cheese, and powdered sugar. Use a hand mixer or whisk to beat the mixture until smooth and creamy.
Add the vanilla extract and heavy cream to the mixture. Beat again to incorporate the ingredients fully.
Fold in the finely diced strawberries and mini chocolate chips using a spatula. Be careful not to overmix, as you want the filling to remain light and fluffy.
Transfer the filling to a piping bag fitted with a medium round or star tip. If you don’t have a piping bag, you can use a resealable plastic bag with one corner snipped off.
Carefully pipe the strawberry filling into both ends of each cannoli shell, ensuring the shell is filled completely but not overstuffed.
Arrange the filled cannoli on a serving platter. Garnish each cannoli with a strawberry slice and a sprinkle of finely chopped pistachios, if desired.
Lightly dust the cannoli with powdered sugar before serving for an elegant finishing touch.
Serve immediately for the best texture. If not serving right away, store the filling and cannoli shells separately to maintain their crispness, and assemble just before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3045 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 178.5 g | 229% | |
| Saturated Fat | 79.8 g | 399% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 412 mg | 137% | |
| Sodium | 878 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 314.0 g | 114% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.9 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 111.1 g | ||
| Protein | 65.9 g | 132% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1323 mg | 102% | |
| Iron | 9.6 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 1219 mg | 26% | |
*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.
