Deep-Fried Cannoli Recipe

Name: Deep-Fried Cannoli
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2/3 cup heavy cream; 1/3 cup confectioners' sugar; 3 tablespoons amaretto or orange liqueur; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 cup ricotta cheese; 1/4 cup unsalted pistachios, chopped, optional, plus 3/4 cup finely chopped, for garnish; 12 store-bought cannoli shells; Vegetable oil, for frying; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1/4 cup sugar; 2 eggs; 1/2 cup milk; 1/2 cup chocolate, melted; Confectioners' sugar, for garnish

Servings: persons

2/3 cup heavy cream
1/3 cup confectioners' sugar
3 tablespoons amaretto or orange liqueur
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup ricotta cheese
1/4 cup unsalted pistachios, chopped, optional, plus 3/4 cup finely chopped, for garnish
12 store-bought cannoli shells
Vegetable oil, for frying
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
2 eggs
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup chocolate, melted
Confectioners' sugar, for garnish

1
In a large bowl, whip the cream with the confectioners' sugar until soft peaks form.
2
In a large mixing bowl, stir the liqueur and cinnamon into the ricotta.
3
Then stir in half the whipped cream to lighten it up.
4
Gently fold in the remaining whipped cream.
5
Fold the pistachios into ricotta cream mixture.
6
Fill a pastry bag with no tip with the mixture to fill the cannoli shells.
7
Pipe the filling into the shells just to the edges of the shell.
8
Freeze the cannoli for 4 hours or overnight.
9
Preheat the oil to 350 degrees F.
10
Whisk flour, sugar, egg and milk together in a shallow bowl.
11
Dip the frozen cannoli in the batter, shaking off the excess.
12
Lower into the hot oil.
13
Fry about 3 minutes until lightly golden, moving the cannoli around so it colors evenly.
14
Drain on paper towels.
15
Dip the 2 ends of the fried cannoli into the melted chocolate, sprinkle the chocolate with chopped pistachios and garnish with confectioner's sugar.

726

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2/3 cup heavy cream, 1/3 cup confectioners' sugar, 3 tablespoons amaretto or orange liqueur, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Deep-Fried Cannoli falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Deep-Fried Cannoli

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