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Mini Cannoli Bites: Discover the Perfect Recipe Today!

Mini Cannoli Bites are a delightful twist on the classic Italian dessert, featuring a creamy filling of ricotta and mascarpone cheese, nestled in crispy phyllo pastry shells.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup ricotta cheese drained
  • 1 cup mascarpone cheese
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
  • 24 mini phyllo pastry shells
  • Chopped pistachios or additional chocolate chips for garnish optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Place the mini phyllo pastry shells on a baking sheet and bake for 5-7 minutes until they are lightly golden and crispy. Allow them to cool completely.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the drained ricotta cheese, mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  3. Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  4. Using a piping bag or a small spoon, fill each cooled phyllo shell with the cannoli filling.
  5. If desired, sprinkle chopped pistachios or additional chocolate chips on top for garnish.
  6. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving for a chilled treat.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5g

Notes

  • For a twist, add a tablespoon of orange zest to the filling for a citrusy flavor.
  • Substitute the chocolate chips with dried fruit or candied orange peel for a different texture and taste.

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