Cannoli

Crispy pastry shells filled with a creamy, sweet ricotta filling.

Ingredients

• 400 grams ricotta cheese
• 150 grams sugar
• 100 grams dark chocolate chips (optional)
• 300 grams all-purpose flour
• 50 ml marsala wine
• 1 tsp cinnamon

Method

1. Mix flour, sugar, cinnamon, and wine to form dough; chill.
2. Roll dough thinly, cut into circles, and wrap around cannoli forms.
3. Fry dough forms in hot oil until golden; remove and cool.
4. Mix ricotta with sugar and chocolate chips; use to fill cooled shells.

Chef's tips

• Use fresh ricotta for optimal taste.
• Fill cannoli just before serving to maintain crunch.