Description
Mini Cannoli Bites are the perfect sweet treat to brighten any occasion. These delectable morsels feature crispy, flaky shells filled with a creamy ricotta mixture enriched with chocolate chips and a dusting of powdered sugar. Ideal for parties, family gatherings, or simply indulging at home, these bite-sized delights combine traditional Italian flavors with the convenience of easy preparation. Everyone will be asking for your secret recipe after just one taste!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 mini cannoli shells
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup chopped pistachios (optional)
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by gathering all ingredients and tools.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Gently fold in mini chocolate chips.
- Fill a piping bag with the ricotta mixture and pipe into each mini cannoli shell until filled but not overflowing.
- Dust filled cannoli bites with powdered sugar and garnish with optional toppings like crushed pistachios or melted chocolate.
- Serve immediately for maximum crispiness or store in an airtight container until ready to enjoy.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite (30g)
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg