Best 20 Chocolate Cannoli Recipes

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Embark on a delightful culinary journey as we delve into the realm of chocolate cannoli. These delectable pastries, originating from the sun-kissed island of Sicily, have captured the hearts and taste buds of food enthusiasts worldwide. With their crispy shells and velvety chocolate filling, chocolate cannoli are a symphony of textures and flavors that will tantalize your senses. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice cook, this comprehensive guide will equip you with the knowledge and techniques to craft these extraordinary treats in the comfort of your own kitchen.

Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!

CHOCOLATE-DIPPED CANNOLI CUPCAKES RECIPE BY TASTY



Chocolate-dipped Cannoli Cupcakes Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: cake mix, ricotta cheese, mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, mini chocolate chips, dark chocolate, coconut oil

Provided by Matthew Johnson

Categories     Desserts

Yield 12 cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 box cake mix, prepared
15 oz ricotta cheese
8 oz mascarpone cheese, room temperature
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup mini chocolate chips
2 cups dark chocolate
3 tablespoons coconut oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
  • Line a muffin tin with liners and cooking spray.
  • Prepare cake mix according to its directions.
  • Fill liners about ¾ of the way up with the cupcake batter.
  • Bake for about 20-25 minutes. A toothpick should come out dry when inserted.
  • Allow the cupcakes to cool completely.
  • In a large bowl, combine the ricotta, mascarpone, powdered sugar, and vanilla. Mix until well combined.
  • Fold in the mini chocolate chips.
  • Cut a ½ inch (1.5cm) hole on the tip of a pastry or zip top bag and fill with the cannoli cream.
  • Cut a circle in the center of each cupcake and press the center down into the bottom, creating a hole.
  • Fill the cupcake with cannoli cream and use a spiraling motion to create a swirl of the cream on top of the cupcake.
  • Put the cupcakes in the freezer for about 1 hour or until firm.
  • Melt the dark chocolate and coconut oil together.
  • Carefully, dip the tops of the cupcakes into the melted chocolate.
  • Place in the refrigerator to firm up if need be.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 562 calories, Carbohydrate 63 grams, Fat 34 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 8 grams, Sugar 43 grams

CHOCOLATE CANNOLI



Chocolate Cannoli image

Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 35m

Yield 14 shells

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup unsalted pistachios
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons golden raisins
1 cup chopped bittersweet chocolate
1 cup ricotta
14 cannoli shells

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Toast the unsalted pistachios in the oven for 10 to 15 minutes or until crisp. Pull from oven, cool and finely chop. Place chopped pistachios in a bowl.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer, whip the heavy cream with 1 tablespoon of sugar until it holds a soft peak. In a large bowl fold together the whipped cream, raisins, 1/3 of the chopped chocolate, 1/3 of the chopped pistachios and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Gently fold the whipped cream mixture into the ricotta. When ready to serve, spoon the filling into a pastry bag fitted with a fat round tip. Fill the cannoli shells from each end.
  • Blend the remaining chopped chocolate and pistachios on a plate.
  • To garnish: Dip each end of the cannoli into the chocolate pistachio mixture.
  • Cannoli can be filled and stored in the refrigerator no more than 1 hour ahead of time.

CHOCOLATE CANNOLI



Chocolate Cannoli image

This is a dessert cannoli. If you can not find the cannoli cones, use sugar cones. The recipe comes from Better Homes and Gardens. Cooking time is chill time.

Provided by Barb G.

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups ricotta cheese
1/4 cup sugar or 1/4 cup Splenda sugar substitute
4 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips
12 purchased cannoli cones or 12 sugar ice cream cones (these are NOT cannoli shells)
powdered sugar

Steps:

  • For filling, Combine ricotta cheese, sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla in a medium bowl; Stir or beat until smooth, fold in chocolate pieces; Cover and chill.
  • Spoon filling into a pastry bag fitted with a large tip; Pipe filling into cones.
  • Sift powdered sugar over cones; Chill UP TO 1 Hour.
  • Don't let set longer, they will get soggy.

CHOCOLATE-DIPPED CANNOLI WITH ORANGE RICOTTA FILLING



Chocolate-Dipped Cannoli with Orange Ricotta Filling image

Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     dessert

Time 1h25m

Yield 8 cannoli

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 store-bought cannoli shells
1 (12-ounce) bag semisweet chocolate chips
1 quart good-quality ricotta cheese
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon fresh orange zest
1/4 cup chopped citron (candied orange peel)
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • For the chocolate:
  • Melt chocolate over a double boiler and dip half of each cannoli shell in the chocolate. Allow any excess chocolate to drip off then lay shells out on a silpat or waxed paper-lined tray to set while you prepare the filling.
  • For the filling:
  • Line a colander with cheesecloth, add the ricotta and let drain until very dry. Squeeze out any excess moisture in cheesecloth. Place the ricotta into the bowl of a stand mixer and beat on high for 5 to 7 minutes until light and fluffy. Add sugar, orange zest, chopped citron and vanilla extract, then mix on medium until just combined. Place the filling into a piping bag and fill chocolate dipped cannoli with the mixture. Serve as soon as possible.

VANILLA/CHOCOLATE CUSTARD FILLING FOR CANNOLI



Vanilla/Chocolate Custard Filling for Cannoli image

Make and share this Vanilla/Chocolate Custard Filling for Cannoli recipe from Food.com.

Provided by amandabliedung

Categories     Dessert

Time 15m

Yield 18 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 1/2 cups milk
5 egg yolks
3/4 cup sugar
2/3 cup sifted all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Prepare basic cream puff recipe as above. Let cool.
  • Heat milk in large heavy saucepan until bubbles appear around edge. Beat egg yolks and sugar in a large bowl with wire whisk or mixer until pale yellow and thick. Beat in flour until well mixed. Gradually beat in hot milk; pour all back into saucepan. Cook, stirring constantly, over moderately high heat until mixture thickens and comes to boiling, lower heat. Mixture will be lumpy in the beginning, but lumps disappear during cooking and stirring. Continue cooking 2 to 3 minutes, over low heat, stirring constantly. Mixture will be quite thick.
  • Remove from heat. Stir in butter and vanilla. Place a piece of wax paper directly on surface of filling to prevent skin from forming.
  • Chill at least 2 hours. If filling becomes too stiff after it's chilled, gradually stir in 2 to 4 tablespoons cream or milk, 1 tablespoon at a time.
  • To make chocolate filling following the directions for Vanilla Custard Filling, adding 1tbs + 1tsp chocolate coco powder stirring until combine. Continue with rest of recipe. Fill puffs just before serving.

CHOCOLATE TANGERINE CANNOLI CUPCAKES



Chocolate Tangerine Cannoli Cupcakes image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h55m

Yield 24 mini or 12 regular cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 24

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup hot water
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup cocoa powder
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup chocolate chips
3 cups ricotta cheese
3/4 cup powdered sugar
3 tangerines, zested
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 1/4 cups chocolate chips
3 tangerines
Granulated sugar
Tuile Cookie, recipe follows
1 stick butter
1 cup powdered sugar
4 egg whites
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
Purple food coloring
Vodka
Cornstarch

Steps:

  • For the cupcakes: Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Line a mini cupcake pan with 24 mini cupcake liners or a regular-size cupcake pan with 12 cupcake liners.
  • Sift the flour, baking soda and salt into a medium bowl. Set the bowl aside. In the bowl of an electric stand mixer with a paddle attachment, mix the water, mayonnaise and cocoa powder together. Add the granulated sugar and flour mixture and mix on medium speed for 2 minutes. Using a bowl scraper, fold in the chocolate chips.
  • Fill the cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter and bake until golden and baked through, 25 to 35 minutes. Cool the cupcakes completely.
  • For the filling: In the bowl of an electric stand mixer with the paddle attachment, combine the ricotta cheese, powdered sugar and tangerine zest on low speed until all components are thoroughly combined.
  • For the ganache: Bring the heavy whipping cream to a slight boil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Immediately remove from heat and pour over chocolate chips in a glass or heat resistant bowl. Gently stir the mixture until all of the chocolate chips have melted. Set in the refrigerator to expedite the cooling and thickening process.
  • For the candied tangerines: Slice the tangerines into 12 medium-thin slices. Sprinkle a thick layer of sugar in a medium saucepan and lay the tangerine slices in the sugar. Sprinkle another thick layer of sugar over the top of the tangerine slices and cook the fruit over medium-high heat until caramel in color. Remove the pan from the heat and remove the tangerine slices onto a heat-resistant plate using tongs.
  • To assemble: Core the cupcakes by taking a small knife to the center of each one and cutting in a circle from the top to bottom of the cake. Fill this hole with the tangerine cheese until the filling reaches the top of the cake. Using a knife, place a smattering of chocolate ganache on the top of the cupcake near the filling. Stick a wedge of the Tuile Cookie into the filling and garnish with a slice of candied tangerine.
  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
  • In the bowl of an electric stand mixer with the paddle attachment, cream the butter and powdered sugar. Add the egg whites, one at a time, scraping the sides of the bowl after each addition. Add the vanilla extract and the flour and mix until all the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
  • With an offset spatula, spread the tuile cookie dough onto the lined cookie sheet to about 1/8-inch thick. Bake until golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes. Cool completely.
  • Mix the purple food coloring, vodka and cornstarch together until the desired consistency of food-safe paint is acquired. Using a medium round brush, splatter the paint onto the tuile cookie in an abstract fashion. Break the cookie into imperfect shapes (about 3-inch pieces).

CHOCOLATE CANNOLI CAKE RECIPE - (4.2/5)



Chocolate Cannoli Cake Recipe - (4.2/5) image

Provided by Johanna

Number Of Ingredients 26

Cake:
1/2 cup (8 tablespoons) butter, preferably at room temperature for easiest mixing
1 1/2 cups sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 tablespoon espresso powder, optional, to enhance chocolate flavor
2/3 cup Double-Dutch Dark Cocoa or Dutch-process cocoa powder
3 large eggs
1 1/4 cups Unbleached All-Purpose Flour
3/4 cup milk
Filling:
2 cups ricotta cheese, part-skim preferred
1/3 cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips, mini chocolate chips preferred
2 tablespoons simple syrup or vanilla syrup, to brush on cake, optional
Frosting:
1 cup unsweetened baking cocoa
3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon espresso powder, optional
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup (8 tablespoons) butter, preferably at room temperature for easiest mixing
pinch of salt
1 cup confectioners' sugar, sifted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Instructions: 1) To make the cake: Preheat the oven to 325°F. Lightly grease an 8 1/2" x 4 1/2" loaf pan. 2) In a medium-sized mixing bowl, beat together the butter, sugar, salt, vanilla, baking powder, espresso powder, and cocoa to make a sandy, somewhat clumpy mixture. Don't worry; the eggs will smooth things out. 3) Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl midway through this process. 4) Add half the flour to the bowl, beating at low speed to combine. 5) Add all of the milk, beating at low speed to combine. 6) Add the remaining flour, beating gently just until the batter is smooth. 7) Pour the batter into the prepared pan. 8) Bake the cake for about 70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The top may look a tiny bit damp; that's OK. If you have an instant-read thermometer, the center will register 210°F to 215°F, while just under the top will register about 198°F to 200°F. 9) Remove the cake from the oven, loosen the edges, wait 10 minutes, and turn it out of the pan onto a rack to cool. 10) Store completely cooled cake well wrapped, at room temperature, until ready to fill and frost. 11) To make the filling: Stir together the ricotta, sugar, vanilla, and chocolate chips. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use. 12) To make the frosting: sift the cocoa, confectioners' sugar, and espresso powder into a bowl. 13) Bring the cream to a simmer on the stove or in the microwave, and whisk into the cocoa mixture. At first the mixture will look grainy; continue whisking for a minute. You'll see the lumps disappear as the sugar dissolves and the cocoa hydrates. Set aside to cool to room temperature. 14) Place the butter, salt, and sifted confectioners' sugar in a large mixing bowl. 15) Beat until the mixture is smooth and fluffy. Beat in the vanilla. 16) With the mixer running on low speed, add the cocoa mixture a spoonful at a time until it's all incorporated. Scrape the bowl, then beat at medium speed for 1 minute. 17) To assemble the cake: Split the cake in thirds lengthwise, to make 3 layers. Brush the cut side of each layer with simple syrup or vanilla syrup; this will help keep the cake moist. 18) Place the bottom layer on a serving plate. Spread with half the ricotta filling. Top with the second layer, and spread with the remaining filling. Place the third layer on top. 19) Ice the cake - top and sides - with the frosting. 20) Serve immediately; or refrigerate, well-wrapped, until ready to serve, preferably not longer than 24 hours. Cut in crosswise slices to serve. Yield: 8 to 12 servings. tips: As with any cake, refrigeration will dry it out. If not served immediately, this should be refrigerated, and is best served within a day of preparation. When wrapping, stick a couple of skewers or toothpicks into the top, to keep the plastic wrap from sticking to the icing.

CHOCOLATE CANNOLI CAKE ROLL



Chocolate Cannoli Cake Roll image

Creamy ricotta cheese filling with a hint of cinnamon rolls up beautifully in this fluffy chocolate cake. -Tammy Rex, New Tripoli, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
2 cups ricotta cheese
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips
CAKE:
1-3/4 cups chocolate cake mix
1/3 cup water
2 tablespoons canola oil
3 large eggs

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Add the ricotta cheese, confectioners' sugar, vanilla and cinnamon. beat until smooth. Stir in chips; refrigerate for 1 hour., Preheat oven to 350°. Line a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan with waxed paper and grease the paper; set aside.In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, water, oil and eggs; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes. Pour into prepared pan. Bake 12-14 minutes or until cake springs back when lightly touched. Cool for 5 minutes, Invert onto a kitchen towel dusted with confectioners' sugar. Gently peel off waxed paper. Roll up cake in the towel jelly-roll style, starting with a short side. Cool completely on a wire rack., Unroll cake; spread filling over cake to within 1/2 in. of edges. Roll up again. Place seam side down on a serving platter. Refrigerate for 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328 calories, Fat 18g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 276mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

CHOCOLATE CANNOLI CAKE



Chocolate Cannoli Cake image

Hints of orange and coffee lend standout flavor to this elegant cannoli-inspired cake. A variation of this cake was a finalist in the Best Cake in Michigan contest. -Mary Bilyeu, Ann Arbor, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 large egg white, lightly beaten
1 cup reduced-fat ricotta cheese
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon cold brewed coffee
2 teaspoons grated orange zest
1/2 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips
BATTER:
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup cold brewed coffee
1/3 cup canola oil
1/3 cup orange juice
1 large egg, room temperature
1 large egg white, room temperature
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
1/3 cup baking cocoa
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the egg white, ricotta cheese, sugar, coffee and orange zest. Stir in chocolate chips; set aside., In a large bowl, combine the first 8 batter ingredients; beat until well blended. Combine the flours, cocoa, baking powder and salt; gradually beat into sugar mixture until blended. , Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Top with heaping tablespoonfuls of ricotta mixture; cut through batter with a knife to swirl. , Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 160mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CHOCOLATE CHIP CANNOLI PIE



Chocolate Chip Cannoli Pie image

If you like cannolis, you should love this delicious pie. I got this recipe from our local newspaper and it makes a great dessert for the holidays.

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories     Pie

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (9 inch) unbaked pie shells
1 -2 teaspoon water
1 tablespoon cinnamon sugar
1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
1 (14 ounce) sweetened condensed milk
1/3 cup confectioners' sugar
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups milk chocolate chips or 1 1/2 cups miniature semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup whipped topping, for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Brush pie shell very lightly with water; generously sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
  • Stir ricotta cheese, sweetened condensed milk, confectioners' sugar and vanilla in medium bowl until blended.
  • Stir in chocolate chips.
  • Pour into pie crust.
  • Bake 45-50 minutes or until crust is golden brown.
  • Filling will appear slightly soft.
  • Cool completely on wire rack.
  • Chill at least 2 hours before serving.
  • Garnish with whipped topping, if desired.

CHOCOLATE CANNOLI SANDWICH COOKIES



Chocolate Cannoli Sandwich Cookies image

Provided by Ted Allen

Categories     dessert

Time 2h45m

Yield 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 sticks unsalted butter, cut into pieces and at room temperature
2/3 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
3 tablespoons whole milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup mini semisweet chocolate chips (optional)
1 1/2 cups chopped roasted unsalted pistachios
1 1/2 cups (12 ounces) mascarpone cheese
3/4 cup ricotta cheese
1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Make the cookies: Beat the butter and both sugars with a mixer until creamy. Beat in the milk and vanilla until combined. In a medium bowl, whisk the flour, cocoa, salt and baking soda. With the mixer on low speed, slowly add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture and beat until combined. Stir in the chocolate chips, if desired. Scoop the dough onto a sheet of wax paper
  • and shape into a 2-inch-thick log. Wrap in the wax paper and refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Slice the dough into 1/3-inch-thick rounds with a sharp knife. Place on the prepared baking sheet and bake 10 minutes. Cool the cookies for a few minutes on the baking sheet, then transfer to a rack to cool completely.
  • Meanwhile, make the filling: Combine 3/4 cup pistachios, the mascarpone, ricotta, confectioners' sugar, vanilla and salt with a mixer on low speed until just blended; do not overmix or the filling will be too thick. (It can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated.)
  • To assemble, sandwich about 1/2 inch filling between 2 cookies. Repeat with the remaining cookies and filling. Roll the edges in the remaining 3/4 cup pistachios.

CANNOLI CHOCOLATE CHIP PIE



Cannoli Chocolate Chip Pie image

Here is a quick and easy Italian flavor pie that you and your family will love ... One of the easiest Italian type recipes ever!

Provided by Pat Duran

Categories     Chocolate

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 11

CRUST:
1 9-inch unbaked pie crust
water
cinnamon /sugar
FILLING:
15 oz container ricotta cheese
14 oz can sweetened condensed milk
1/3 c powdered sugar
1/4 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 c milk chocolate chips or mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
garnish: whipped topping

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 350^. Brush you unbaked pie shell very lightly with water; generously sprinkle with cinnamon/sugar.
  • 2. Stir the ricotta cheese, condensed milk, powdered sugar and vanilla in a medium bowl until blended. Stir in chocolate chips. Pour into pie shell. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until crust is golden brown. Filling will appear slightly soft. Cool completely on wire rack. Chill at least 3 hours before serving. Garnish with whipped topping, if desired.

CHOCOLATE ANISE CANNOLI



Chocolate Anise Cannoli image

Here's that something-special treat you've been looking to add to your holiday cookie trays! We guarantee these wonton-wrapped bites with anise, cherries, chocolate, brandy and pistachios will be gone in a twinkling. -Marie Rizzio, Interlochen, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

16 wonton wrappers
Butter-flavored cooking spray
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 cup dried cherries
1 tablespoon cherry brandy
2 packages (8 ounces each) reduced-fat cream cheese
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup baking cocoa
3 tablespoons anise liqueur
1/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/4 cup chopped shelled pistachios

Steps:

  • Wrap a wonton wrapper around a metal cannoli tube. Moisten corner with water and seal. Transfer to an ungreased baking sheet. Repeat with remaining wrappers. Spritz with cooking spray; sprinkle with sugar., Bake at 325° for 10-14 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 5 minutes. Remove shells from tubes; cool on a wire rack., Meanwhile, place cherries in a small bowl. Add brandy; let stand for 10 minutes. Drain and coarsely chop cherries. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, confectioners' sugar, cocoa, liqueur and chopped cherries until blended., In a microwave, melt chocolate chips; stir until smooth. Dip shell ends in chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Press into pistachios. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set., Pipe filling into prepared shells. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 174mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CUSTARD FILLED CANNOLI IN DOUBLE CHOCOLATE CAKE



CUSTARD FILLED CANNOLI IN DOUBLE CHOCOLATE CAKE image

Categories     Cake     Chocolate     Dessert     Bake

Number Of Ingredients 21

For the cannolis you'll need:
6 mini cannoli shells (mine came in a box of 12, I ate the extras-yum!)
1 1/2 c. whole milk
4 large egg yolks
1/3 c. granulated sugar
3 T. corn starch
1/4 t. salt
1 T. unsalted butter
1 t. vanilla
For the cake you'll need:
2 sticks unsalted butter, room temperature
1 1/2 c. granulated sugar
3 eggs
2 t. baking powder
2 t. vanilla
1/2 t. baking soda
1/4 t. salt
4 oz. unsweetened chocolate, melted and cooled a bit
2 c. flour
1/2 c. cocoa powder
1 1/2 c. milk

Steps:

  • First make custard for the cannolis. Heat milk in medium saucepan over medium heat-don't let it boil, just get very warm. While that heats up, whisk together egg yolks, sugar, corn starch, and salt in another medium bowl. Slowly whisk in a cup of hot milk, stirring constantly so the milk doesn't cook the egg. Pour mixture back into pan of hot milk & continue heating on medium heat, again stirring constantly for 5 minutes. Once mixture starts to thicken (or reaches about 170 degrees), remove from heat and immediately stir in butter and vanilla. Pour into a clean bowl (run it through a fine strainer first to remove any lumps) and let cool in fridge. Place plastic wrap directly on surface of custard to keep a skin from forming. While it cools, prepare the batter. First, pre-heat oven to 350. In medium bowl stir flour and cocoa powder together and set aside. Cream together butter and sugar in a stand mixer. Add eggs one at a time, then add baking powder, vanilla, baking soda, salt. Once combined, stop the mixer and scrape down the sides of the bowl. Mix for another 30 seconds, and slowly drizzle in cooled melted chocolate. Add flour/cocoa mixture and milk, 1/2 c of each at a time, mixing constantly. Fill six of the cannoli shells with cooled custard. A pastry bag makes this really easy, but you could also use a spoon. Just make sure custard gets into center of the cannoli shell Put heaping 1/2 c of batter into bottom of six small loaf pans. Place a filled cannoli in the center of each pan then spoon more batter on top, gently spreading to edges of pans. You want sides and top of cannoli to be completely covered, but pans should only be 3/4 full. Bake for 30 minutes at 350 until cake is set and cracks in top are dry. Allow to cool completely then sprinkle with powdered sugar.

CHOCOLATE CANNOLI CAKE RECIPE - (4.7/5)



Chocolate Cannoli Cake Recipe - (4.7/5) image

Provided by ctozzi

Number Of Ingredients 23

Sponge Cake:
1 cup(s) cake flour
6 large eggs, separated, at room temperature
1/2 teaspoon(s) cream of tartar
1 cup(s) granulated sugar
1/4 cup(s) unsalted butter, melted
2 teaspoon(s) vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon(s) salt
Rum Syrup:
1/4 cup(s) granulated sugar
3 tablespoon(s) water
1/4 cup(s) rum
Cannoli Filling:
3 cup(s) whole-milk ricotta cheese
3/4 cup(s) confectioners' sugar
2 ounce(s) semisweet chocolate, finely chopped or grated
1 tablespoon(s) grated orange zest
Chocolate Glaze:
1 cup(s) heavy cream
3 tablespoon(s) unsalted butter
2 tablespoon(s) light corn syrup
8 ounce(s) bittersweet chocolate, chopped
1/2 cup(s) chopped unsalted pistachios

Steps:

  • •Sponge Cake: Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Butter and flour a 9-inch springform pan; line bottom of pan with a round of parchment or waxed paper. Spoon cake flour into a fine-mesh sieve and set aside. •In a large bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, beat egg whites and cream of tartar on medium speed until very foamy. Gradually beat in 1/2 cup of the sugar. Raise mixer to high speed and continue to beat until stiff yet billowy peaks form; transfer whites to a large mixing bowl. Add yolks to bowl of mixer (no need to wash) with remaining 1/2 cup sugar, butter, vanilla, and salt and beat on high 3 minutes or until thick, light in color, and fluffy. •Scrape yolk mixture onto whites; sift 1/3 of the flour over bowl and fold in. Sift in remaining flour, in 2 additions, folding after each addition, until incorporated. Scrape into prepared pan and smooth top. •Bake 30 minutes or until top of cake is golden and a pick inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove from oven; run a knife around sides of cake to loosen. Remove pan sides and invert cake onto a wire rack; peel off parchment. Cool cake completely. •Rum syrup: While cake is baking, combine sugar and water in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer, stirring, until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat; stir in rum. •Cannoli Filling: With a rubber spatula, press and scrape ricotta through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl. Stir in sugar, chocolate, and zest. •To assemble: With a long serrated knife, cut cake horizontally into three layers. Cover cake plate with 4 strips of waxed paper. Place one layer on bottom of cake plate; brush with rum syrup. Spoon half of the filling over the layer and spread evenly. Top with another layer, brushing with syrup and spreading with remaining filling. Brush cut side of remaining cake layer with syrup, then place on top, cut side down. Brush outside of cake with any remaining rum syrup. •Chocolate glaze: Heat cream, butter, and corn syrup in a medium saucepan until simmering; remove from heat and add chocolate. Let stand 5 minutes, then whisk until smooth. Pour glaze into a glass measuring cup and let stand at room temperature 30 minutes or until slightly thickened. Spread glaze over top and sides of cake. Press chopped pistachios into glaze on sides of cake. Refrigerate until glaze sets. Carefully remove waxed paper strips from under cake. Read more: Chocolate Cannoli Cake Recipe - Redbook

CHOCOLATE CANNOLI CAKE



Chocolate Cannoli Cake image

Our oldest son had gone through emergency surgery after the holidays a year ago and could only walk briefly with a walker. I wanted to cheer him up and remembered he liked the chocolate/orange candy balls and he also liked cannoli, so I just combined some of his favorite flavors into a cake. The grin and smile that would always...

Provided by Rita Lutz

Categories     Chocolate

Time 3h15m

Number Of Ingredients 35

6 oz bittersweet chocolate, chopped
6 oz unsweetened chocolate, chopped
2 c brown sugar, light
1/2 c coconut oil
4 eggs
1 1/4 tsp orange extract
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 c brewed coffee, room temperature
2 1/2 c all purpose flour
2 tsp baking soda
3/4 tsp baking powder
1 1/4 tsp salt
1 1/2 c buttermilk
CANNOLI FILLING:
3/4 c half and half cream
2 Tbsp cornstarch
1 3/4 c whole milk ricotta cheese (15 oz carton)
1 c powdered sugar
1 Tbsp grated orange zest (1 orange)
1 tsp orange extract
1 tsp vanilla extract
3/4 c semi-sweet chocolate chips, mini
ORANGE BUTTERCREAM:
8 oz cream cheese
1 c butter, unsalted (2 sticks)
2 Tbsp meringue powder
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp orange extract
1 Tbsp grated orange zest (1 orange)
7 1/2 c powdered sugar (2 lb. bag)
2-3 Tbsp whole milk
GANACHE:
1/2 c heavy whipping cream
1 c semi-sweet chocolate chips, mini
1/4 tsp orange extract

Steps:

  • 1. Cake: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease with shortening, three metal 8 inch by 2 inch tall round cake pans. Line bottoms with parchment paper rounds. Grease parchment papers with shortening. Lightly flour greased cake pans. Place 6 ounces chopped bittersweet chocolate and 6 ounces chopped unsweetened chocolate in a metal bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water. Stir until melted and smooth. Set aside to cool.
  • 2. Combine 2 cups brown sugar and 1/2 cup coconut oil in a large stand mixer bowl. Beat on medium speed for 5 minutes. Add 4 eggs on low speed, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add 1 1/4 teaspoons orange extract, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract,1 1/2 cups cooled brewed coffee and melted, cooled chocolate mixture. Once all ingredients are combined well, beat for 3 minutes on medium speed. On low speed, add 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking soda, 3/4 teaspoon baking powder, 1 1/4 teaspoon salt alternating with 1 1/2 cups buttermilk. Divide batter evenly among 3 prepared pans. Bake in preheated 350 degree oven for 30-35 minutes or until a cake tester or wooden toothpick stuck into the center of each layer comes out clean. Transfer to wire racks to cool in pans for 10 minutes before removing from pans. Run a blunt knife around the rim of the pan before removing. Carefully peel off the paper liners. Leave on wire racks until completely cooled. Wrap each layer in plastic wrap and place in freezer for 30 minutes. This makes it easier to put the filling and first layer of frosting on cake.
  • 3. Cannoli: While cake is baking, prepare cannoli filling. In a small saucepan, combine 3/4 cup half and half cream and 2 tablespoons cornstarch. Cook over low heat, whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens,about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool to lukewarm. Place 1 3/4 cups ricotta cheese,1 cup powered sugar, 1 tablespoon grated orange zest, 1 teaspoon orange extract and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract in a large mixing bowl and combine on low speed, about 1 minute. Add the lukewarm half and half mixture, beating about 1 minute or until creamy. Fold in the 3/4 cup mini semisweet chocolate chips. Cover and store in the refrigerator until cake has cooled and been in the freezer for 30 minutes.
  • 4. Orange Buttercream: Place 8 ounces cream cheese, 1 cup unsalted butter, 2 tablespoons meringue powder, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/2 teaspoon orange extract in a large stand mixer bowl. Blend on low speed until well combined, about 1 minute. Add powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time until all 7 1/2 cups have been added. Increase the speed to medium and beat until ligh and fluffy, about 1 to 2 minutes. Blend in 2-3 tablespoons of whole milk until desired spreading consistency.
  • 5. Assemble Cake: Place one cake layer flat side up on serving plate. Cover the top with half of cannoli filling. repeat with the second layer, topping with the other half of cannoli filling. Set the third layer on top of second layer. Spread a thin layer of orange buttercream on sides and top. Don't worry if some of the cake shows through. This layer is to seal the crumbs. Refrigerate uncovered for at least 30 minutes to allow the icing to set. Cover the remainder of the icing and set aside at room temperature. Remove cake from the refrigerator and frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining icing. Use leftover icing for decorating if desired. Store the cake in the refrigerator while making the ganache.
  • 6. Ganache: Place 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream in a small heavy saucepan. Bring to a low simmer. Remove from the heat and add 1 cup mini semisweet chocolate chips. Stir until chocolate cips are melted. Stir in 1/4 teaspoon orange extract. Let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes or until cool and slightly thickened. Pour over top of iced cake, allowing it to run over the edges of the cake. If it does not run over the edges by itself, you can use the back of a tablespoon to help over the edges of the cake. Deccorate the top of the cake with white and dark chocolate curls and grated orange zest, if desired. Store cake in the refrigerator.

CHOCOLATE CHUNK AND APRICOT CANNOLI



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Categories     Food Processor     Cheese     Chocolate     Dessert     Freeze/Chill     No-Cook     Apricot     Edible Gift     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup ricotta cheese (preferably whole-milk)
1/4 cup mascarpone cheese
1/2 cup apricot preserves
3 ounces bittersweet (not unsweetened) or semisweet chocolate, finely chopped
6 purchased cannoli shells
Ground coffee
Powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Puree ricotta in processor. Blend in mascarpone. Add preserves; process until incorporated but some small chunks remain. Add chocolate; mix until just blended, using on/off turns (do not puree).
  • Transfer mixture to pastry bag without tip. Pipe into shells. Sprinkle ends of cheese filling with coffee. Chill until cold. (Can be made 6 hours ahead. Keep refrigerated.) Sift powdered sugar over cannoli.

CANNOLI WITH CHOCOLATE DRIZZLE



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Provided by Danny Boome

Categories     dessert

Time 5m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
4 ounces goat cheese
1 orange, zested
1 vanilla bean
6 large cannoli shells, premade
12 ounces bittersweet chocolate, melted

Steps:

  • In a food processor add ricotta, sugar, goat cheese, orange zest and vanilla. Pulse until incorporated, do not over mix. Place filling into a resealable plastic bag and cut the tip off to create a piping bag. Fill each shell with the cannoli filling and drizzle with melted chocolate.

CHOCOLATE CANNOLI CAKE



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Hints of orange and coffee lend standout flavor to Mary's elegant recipe. A variation of this cake was a finalist in the Best Cake in Michigan contest. You will be shocked that something so good has just 8g of fat per serving! Posted in Taste of Home...

Provided by Pat Duran

Categories     Chocolate

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 21

TOPPING:
1 large egg white, lightly beaten
1 c reduced fat ricotta cheese
1/4 c granulated sugar
1 Tbsp cold brewed coffee
2 tsp grated orange peel
1/2 c mini semisweet chocolate chips
BATTER:
1 c granulated sugar
1/2 c cold brewed coffee
1/3 c canola oil
1/3 c orange juice
1 large egg
1 egg white
1 Tbsp cider vinegar
1 Tbsp vanilla extract
1 c all purpose flour
1/2 c whole wheat flour
1/3 c baking cocoa
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt

Steps:

  • 1. Topping: In a small bowl, combine the egg white, ricotta cheese, sugar, coffee and orange peel. Stir in chocolate chips; set aside. --- Batter: In a large bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients; beat until well blended. Combine the flours, cocoa, baking powder and salt; gradually beat into sugar mixture until blended. Pour into a 13x9-inch well sprayed baking dish. Top with heaping Tablespoonfuls of ricotta mixture; cut through batter with knife to swirl. Bake at 350^ for 25-30 minutes or until toothpick tested. Cool on a wire rack. Refrigerate any leftovers.

NO-BAKE CHOCOLATE CHIP CANNOLI CHEESECAKE



No-Bake Chocolate Chip Cannoli Cheesecake image

I make this cheesecake in the summer for a flavorful and refreshing treat. I love the added bonus of not having to turn on the oven in hot weather. -Kristen Heigl, Staten Island, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 package (4 ounces) cannoli shells
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
1/3 cup butter, melted
FILLING:
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon rum extract
1/2 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips
Chopped pistachios, optional

Steps:

  • Pulse cannoli shells in a food processor until coarse crumbs form. Add sugar, cracker crumbs and melted butter; pulse just until combined. Press onto bottom and up sides of a greased 9-in. pie plate. Refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour., Beat the first 4 filling ingredients until blended. Beat in ricotta cheese and extracts. Stir in chocolate chips. Spread into crust., Refrigerate, covered, until set, about 4 hours. If desired, top with pistachios.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 548 calories, Fat 36g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 88mg cholesterol, Sodium 292mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (38g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: This will make a big difference in the taste of your cannoli. Look for fresh, high-quality ricotta cheese, semisweet chocolate chips, and cannoli shells.
  • Don't overwork the dough: Overworking the dough will make it tough. Mix it just until it comes together, then stop.
  • Chill the dough before frying: This will help the cannoli shells to hold their shape. Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before frying.
  • Fry the cannoli shells in hot oil: The oil should be hot enough so that the cannoli shells fry quickly and evenly. The ideal temperature for frying is 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Fill the cannoli shells immediately after frying: The cannoli shells are best when they are filled while still warm. This will help the filling to adhere to the shells.
  • Garnish the cannoli with your favorite toppings: You can garnish the cannoli with powdered sugar, chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or any other toppings you like.

Conclusion:

Cannoli are a delicious and versatile dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for parties, potlucks, and other gatherings. With a little planning and effort, you can make delicious cannoli at home. So next time you are looking for a special dessert, give cannoli a try.

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