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Golden cannoli bites filled with sweet white cream and topped with mini chocolate chips

Cannoli Bites

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Aliana Recipes
Crisp, golden Cannoli Bites cups filled with a rich blend of ricotta and mascarpone cheese, dotted with mini chocolate chips. These bite-sized treats offer all the classic Italian flavor without the hassle of deep-frying shells.
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Prep Time 50 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 3 minutes
Servings:24 bites
Course:Dessert
Cuisine:Italian
Calories:145kcal
Cost:$12
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Plus extra for dusting
  • 2 ½ tablespoon granulated sugar For the dough
  • 1 teaspoon cocoa powder Adds color and depth
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon Classic cannoli spice
  • 1 pinch nutmeg Optional aromatic
  • ½ teaspoon salt Balances flavors
  • ¼ cup butter, melted Bind the dough
  • 1 large egg white Adds structure
  • 6-8 tablespoon apple or grape juice Liquid for the dough
  • 2 tablespoon white wine vinegar Helps create bubbles
  • 12 oz whole milk Ricotta cheese Strained well
  • 8 oz Mascarpone cheese Adds creaminess
  • ½ cup powdered sugar Sweetener
  • ⅓ cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips Plus more for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Food processor For mixing dough
  • 1 Mini Muffin Tin To shape the cups
  • 1 Round Biscuit Cutter 2.5 inch diameter
  • 1 Rolling Pin For rolling dough
  • 1 Piping bag For filling cups

Method
 

  1. Pulse flour, sugar, cocoa, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a food processor, then add melted butter and egg white until blended.
  2. Combine juice and vinegar, then slowly pour into the processor while pulsing just until the dough begins to come together.
  3. Divide dough into two balls, chill in a resealable bag for 30–60 minutes, and preheat oven to 400°F during the last 10 minutes.
  4. Roll chilled dough to ⅛-inch thickness, cut into 2 ½-inch circles, and press into an ungreased mini muffin tin.
  5. Spray tops with vegetable oil and bake for 11–13 minutes until lightly golden and crisp, then cool completely on a wire rack.
  6. Blend ricotta and Mascarpone until smooth, fold in powdered sugar, and pipe into cooled cups; top with chocolate chips.

Nutrition

Serving: 35g (1 bite)Calories: 145kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 35mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.4mg

Notes

Straining the ricotta cheese beforehand is crucial to prevent the filling from becoming runny. Fill the cups just before serving to maintain the perfect crunch.