Homemade Cannoli Shells Ricotta (Printable Version)
Golden fried shells filled with smooth ricotta and chocolate chips, offering a classic Italian delight.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Dough
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120 g all-purpose flour
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1 large egg
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30 ml white wine or vinegar
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25 g granulated sugar
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Pinch of salt
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Oil for frying
→ Filling
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250 g whole milk ricotta cheese, well-drained
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20 g granulated sugar
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40 g mini chocolate chips
# Guide to Cooking:
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In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Create a well in the center and add the egg and white wine or vinegar. Mix until the ingredients are fully incorporated.
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Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8 to 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover the dough and allow it to rest for at least 30 minutes to relax the gluten.
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Roll out the dough thinly and cut into circles using a cookie cutter. Carefully wrap each circle around cannoli tubes, sealing the edges.
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Heat oil to 180°C and fry the dough-wrapped tubes for 3 to 4 minutes or until golden brown. Drain the shells on paper towels to remove excess oil.
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In a bowl, combine well-drained ricotta with sugar and gently fold in the mini chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
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Once the shells have cooled, carefully remove them from the tubes. Fill each shell with the ricotta mixture just before serving to maintain crispness.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Ensure the ricotta is well-drained to prevent a watery filling. Resting the dough is crucial for easy rolling and frying.