Chocolate-Dipped Cannoli with Orange Ricotta Filling

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   Melt chocolate over a double boiler and dip half of each cannoli shell in the chocolate.

2. 2

   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.

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   For the filling:

4. 4

   Line a colander with cheesecloth, add the ricotta and let drain until very dry.

5. 5

   Squeeze out any excess moisture in cheesecloth.

6. 6

   Place the ricotta into the bowl of a stand mixer and beat on high for 5 to 7 minutes until light and fluffy.

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   Add sugar, orange zest, chopped citron and vanilla extract, then mix on medium until just combined.

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   Place the filling into a piping bag and fill chocolate dipped cannoli with the mixture.

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   Serve as soon as possible.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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