Sicilian Cannoli 

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Created and Photographed by: Sabrina Russo

Why you should try this:

Sicilian Cannoli are a must have treat for Christmas in many Italian households. After a number of trial runs, I figured out a recipe that reminds me of the cannoli I grew up.

Place the ricotta in a fine mesh strainer lined with a cheesecloth over a bowl. Weigh down and refrigerate overnight.

STEP 1:

Combine strained ricotta, mascarpone, powdered sugar, cinnamon, vanilla and candied orange peel or chocolate chips. 

STEP 2:

Whisk together flour, sugar, salt and cocoa powder in a large bowl. Cut in butter with a pastry cutter. 

STEP 3:

Combine egg, marsala wine and vinegar, and mix into dry ingredients. Form dough into a disc and refrigerate 1-2 hours. 

STEP 4:

Roll out dough with a pasta machine or by hand. Punch out 4 inch rounds with a cutter. Wrap around cannoli molds and seal with egg white.

STEP 5:

Deep fry cannoli shells in 350F oil for 1-2 minutes or until golden brown. Drain on a wire rack and remove molds.  

STEP 6:

Use a piping bag or plastic bag with a corner snipped off to fill the cannoli. Dip sides in chocolate chips or pistachios. Dust in powdered sugar.

STEP 7:

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