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Mini Cannoli Bites

Mini Cannoli Bites for Irresistible Sweet Escape at Home

Mini Cannoli Bites capture the delightful flavors of traditional cannoli in a quick, bite-sized dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shells
  • 1 pack Premade Pie Crust Ideal for quick assembly; store-bought works perfectly.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Ricotta Cheese Be sure to strain for texture.
  • 1 cup Mascarpone Cheese Adds richness.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Can be swapped for almond extract.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Adjust according to sweetness preference.
  • 1/2 cup Mini Chocolate Chips Dark or white chocolate can be used.

Equipment

  • Mini Muffin Pan
  • electric mixer
  • Piping Bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out the premade pie crust and cut out 12 rounds. Press each round into an ungreased mini muffin pan.
  2. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until edges are light golden brown. Let cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine strained ricotta, mascarpone, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth, then fold in mini chocolate chips.
  4. Fill a piping bag with the creamy filling and pipe it into each pie cup, garnishing with mini chocolate chips and powdered sugar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Straining the ricotta is crucial for a creamy filling. Assemble bites just before serving to keep shells crispy.

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