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Mini Cannoli Bites

Mini Cannoli Bites: A Creamy Italian Delight Made Easy

Mini Cannoli Bites embody the flavors of traditional cannoli in a delightful, bite-sized form.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 47 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shell
  • 1 package Premade Pie Crust Can be substituted with homemade pie crust
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Ricotta Cheese Ensure it's strained to remove excess moisture
  • 1/2 cup Mascarpone Cheese Integral to the filling for optimal flavor
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar Adjust based on personal sweetness preference
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Almond extract can be swapped for variation
  • 1/4 cup Mini Chocolate Chips Can use regular chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
For Garnishing
  • 1/4 cup Additional Mini Chocolate Chips Adds an extra burst of sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon Powdered Sugar Lightly dust on top for an appealing finish
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Pistachios or Red Cherries Adds a pop of color and flavor contrast

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mini muffin tin
  • Electric Mixer
  • piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Mini Cannoli Bites
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out the premade pie crust on a lightly floured surface and use a 2 ½ inch round cutter to create 12 rounds. Gently press each round into an ungreased mini muffin tin, making sure to push down the center to form a shell. Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown, then let them cool in the tin for 15 minutes.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup of strained whole milk ricotta cheese, ½ cup mascarpone cheese, ½ cup powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Use an electric mixer to blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Fold in ¼ cup of mini chocolate chips.
  3. Place the creamy filling in a zip-lock bag or a piping bag fitted with a star tip. Squeeze the bag gently to fill each pastry shell with the ricotta mixture.
  4. Sprinkle additional mini chocolate chips on top of each filled shell. Dust lightly with powdered sugar and consider adding chopped pistachios or a cherry on top for color.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 70mgSugar: 6gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, strain the ricotta well and avoid overmixing the filling. Chill briefly before serving if desired.

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