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Irresistibly Sweet Mini Cannoli Cups You Can’t Resist

These Mini Cannoli Cups are delightful treats filled with a creamy ricotta mixture and chocolate chips, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Mini Cannoli Cups Ingredients
  • 8 large cannoli shells crispy, crunchy vessels for your filling
  • 15 oz ricotta cheese choose whole milk for creaminess
  • 1 cup powdered sugar for that perfect touch of sweetness
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract pure extract enhances flavor depth
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips adds delightful bursts of chocolate
  • Pistachios optional, for a nutty crunch and garnish
  • Cocoa powder for a dusting finish, adding a hint of chocolate flavor

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • hand mixer

Method
 

How to Make Mini Cannoli Cups
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Use a hand mixer to whip it until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Gently spoon the ricotta mixture into the cannoli shells, filling each one generously but without overflow.
  3. Sprinkle mini chocolate chips into the filled cannoli cups for flavor enhancement.
  4. If using pistachios, gently press some chopped nuts into the ricotta filling at both ends of the cannoli.
  5. Lightly dust the filled cannoli cups with cocoa powder for a finishing touch.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These Mini Cannoli Cups are a breeze to prepare and make for a wonderfully indulgent treat! Optional: Add fresh berries on the side for an extra fruity touch.

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