Description
Miniature, bite-sized cannoli filled with a rich and creamy ricotta filling, topped with a variety of fun and colorful toppings like pistachios, coconut, and sprinkles. These little treats are perfect for sharing or as an indulgent snack.
Ingredients
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- 1 package mini phyllo cups (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 cup ricotta cheese, drained
- 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped pistachios
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup colorful sprinkles
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
- Zest of 1 orange
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare the shells: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). If using store-bought phyllo cups, brush each with melted butter and bake them on a baking sheet for 5-7 minutes until golden and crisp. Let them cool.
- Make the filling: In a medium bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth. Stir in mini chocolate chips, if using.
- Fill the shells: Using a spoon or piping bag, fill each phyllo cup with the ricotta filling, being generous with the amount.
- Top the cannoli bites: Top each filled cannoli with your choice of toppings: pistachios, shredded coconut, colorful sprinkles, mini chocolate chips, or a sprinkle of orange zest. Dust with powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness.
- Serve: Arrange the cannoli bites on a platter and serve immediately.
Notes
- You can customize the toppings with other options like crushed almonds, dried fruit, or chocolate shavings for a unique twist.
- If you want to make these in advance, prepare the filling and store it in the fridge until you’re ready to fill the shells.
- Be sure to drain the ricotta well to avoid excess moisture in the filling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
