Cannoli — Italian pastry recipe below

Vanilla extract: Adds flavor and enhances the sweetness — use pure extract for best results.

Mini chocolate chips: Add sweet bursts of chocolate and a lovely texture.

🍴 How to Serve Cannoli
Dust with powdered sugar right before serving.

Dip the ends in mini chocolate chips, chopped pistachios, or candied orange peel.

Serve on a dessert platter with other Italian favorites like Traditional Panna Cotta or Vanilla Gelato.

They’re perfect for holidays, special dinners, or whenever you want to impress your guests!

🧊 How to Store Cannoli🧊 How to Store Cannoli

Unfilled shells: Store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

Ricotta filling: Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Filled cannoli: Store in the fridge in an airtight container and enjoy within 2 days. (Note: the shells will soften over time.)

🟡 Pro Tip: Fill the shells just before serving to keep them crispy and perfect!

🔥 Expert Tips for Perfect Homemade Cannoli
Let the dough rest: Knead well and let it rest for at least 1 hour. This develops gluten and gives the shells the right texture.

Roll thin: Roll dough to about 1/8 inch thickness. Thin dough = crispy shells!

Fry at the right temp: Keep oil at 350°F (175°C). Too hot = burnt shells. Too cool =

oily, soggy shells.

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