18 Italian Chocolate Custard Cannoli Recipe You Must Try Them!
Published on: Mar 16, 2024
For chocolate lovers, there's nothing quite like the rich, creamy indulgence of an Italian chocolate custard cannoli. This delectable dessert combines the traditional crisp and flaky cannoli shell with a luscious chocolate custard filling, making for a truly unforgettable treat. Whether you're looking to impress your dinner guests or simply satisfy your own sweet tooth, this recipe is sure to be a hit. So, grab your apron and get ready to create a dessert masterpiece that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Main Ingredients: Part Skim Ricotta Cheese, Confectioners Sugar, Vanilla
Cannolis are a classic Italian dessert that has been enjoyed for centuries. This simple recipe is a great place to start for beginners looking to make their own cannolis at home. With a crispy shell and creamy filling, this basic cannoli recipe is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
If you're looking for a more traditional version of the cannoli, this Italian cannoli recipe is the perfect choice. Made with ricotta cheese, pistachios, and chocolate chips, this cannoli has all the classic flavors and textures you would expect from an authentic Italian dessert.
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Creamy Crispy Cannoli
Main Ingredients: Flour, Sugar, Salt, Coffee Granules, Unsalted Butter
This recipe takes the classic cannoli to the next level with a creamy filling and a crispy crust. The filling is made with cream cheese and mascarpone for an extra rich and creamy texture. The crust is made with crushed waffle cones for a unique twist on the traditional cannoli shell.
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Low Carb Cannoli Bites
Main Ingredients: Cannoli, Almond Flour, Sweetener, Cinnamon, Dark Cocoa
For those watching their carb intake, these low carb cannoli bites are a delicious option. Made with almond flour, coconut flour, and erythritol, these bite-sized treats have all the flavor of a traditional cannoli without the guilt.
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Cannoli Cake
Main Ingredients: Mascarpone Cheese, Ricotta Cheese, Powdered Sugar
If you're looking for a show-stopping dessert for a special occasion, this cannoli cake is the perfect choice. Layers of moist vanilla cake are filled with a creamy cannoli filling and topped with a chocolate ganache and crushed waffle cones for a beautiful and delicious dessert.
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French Vanilla Cannoli Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: French Vanilla Cake Mix, Vanilla Pudding Mix, Eggs
These French vanilla cannoli cupcakes are a fun and unique twist on the classic cannoli. The cupcakes are filled with a creamy cannoli filling and topped with a light and fluffy vanilla frosting. A sprinkling of chocolate chips and crushed waffle cones adds the perfect finishing touch.
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Cannoli Cake with Whipped Cream and Chocolate Covered...
Main Ingredients: Cake, Egg Whites, Sugar, Cream, Salt, Egg Yolks
This decadent cannoli cake is the perfect dessert for a special occasion. Layers of vanilla cake are filled with a creamy cannoli filling and topped with whipped cream and chocolate covered strawberries for a beautiful and delicious dessert that will impress any crowd.
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Easy Cannoli
Main Ingredients: Cannoli Shells, Whole Milk Ricotta Cheese, Powdered
If you're short on time but still want to enjoy a delicious cannoli, this easy cannoli recipe is the answer. Made with store-bought cannoli shells and a simple filling of ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract, this recipe is a quick and easy way to satisfy your cannoli craving.
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Cannoli Filling
Main Ingredients: Cannoli Shells, Ricotta, Mascarpone Cheese, Powder
The filling is the star of the cannoli, and this recipe for cannoli filling is sure to impress. Made with ricotta cheese, mascarpone, powdered sugar, and vanilla, this creamy and flavorful filling is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.
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Shortcut Cannoli Ice Cream
Main Ingredients: Vanilla Ice Cream, Cannoli, Cocoa Powder
Why choose between a cannoli and ice cream when you can have both? This shortcut cannoli ice cream recipe combines the best of both worlds with a creamy vanilla ice cream base and chunks of cannoli shell and chocolate chips mixed in. It's the perfect summer treat!
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Cannoli
Main Ingredients: Confectioners Sugar, Part Skim Ricotta Cheese
For a classic and simple cannoli recipe, look no further than this traditional version. With a crispy shell and a creamy ricotta filling, this recipe is a must-try for any cannoli lover.
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Neapolitan Cannoli Bites #Recipe
Main Ingredients: Cannoli, All Purpose Flour, Granulated Sugar, Cocoa
These Neapolitan cannoli bites are a fun and colorful take on the classic Italian dessert. Made with a chocolate chip shell and filled with a strawberry and vanilla filling, these bite-sized treats are perfect for parties or a sweet snack.
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Fried Pizza Cannoli & Bolo De Mel
Main Ingredients: Dough, Frying Oil, Pesto, Cheese, Pistachio, Cannoli
This unique twist on the cannoli combines two Italian favorites – cannoli and pizza. The cannoli shell is filled with a savory pizza filling, and then topped with a traditional Bolo De Mel, a Portuguese honey cake. It's a delicious and unexpected combination that is sure to impress.
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Cannoli Choux Pastry (Cream Puffs)
Main Ingredients: Choux Pastry, Water, Unsalted Butter, White Granulated
For a lighter and fluffier version of the cannoli, try this recipe for cannoli cream puffs. The pastry is made with choux dough, giving it a light and airy texture, and the filling is a creamy and delicious cannoli filling. These bite-sized treats are perfect for any occasion.
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Cannoli Cheesecake w/ Cannoli Shell Crust
Main Ingredients: Cannoli Shells, Cinnamon, Granulated Sugar, Melted
This cannoli cheesecake is a dream for any cheesecake and cannoli lover. The cheesecake is made with a cannoli shell crust and filled with a creamy and decadent ricotta and cream cheese filling. Topped with chocolate chips and whipped cream, this dessert is sure to be a hit.
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S’mores Cannoli
Main Ingredients: Dark Chocolate, Graham Cracker Crumbs, Cannoli Shells
For a fun and unique twist on the classic cannoli, try this recipe for s'mores cannolis. The traditional ricotta filling is mixed with marshmallow cream and topped with a toasted marshmallow and graham cracker crust for a delicious and indulgent treat.
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Cannoli Ice Cream
Main Ingredients: Heavy Cream, Whole Milk, Granulated Sugar, Light Corn
If you're a fan of both cannoli and ice cream, this recipe is for you. The creamy and rich cannoli filling is transformed into a delicious and refreshing ice cream that is perfect for hot summer days.
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10-Minute Samoa Cannoli
Main Ingredients: Caramel, Ricotta Cheese, Confectioners Sugar, Heavy
This quick and easy recipe combines the flavors of a classic cannoli with the popular Girl Scout cookie, Samoa. With a coconut and chocolate chip shell and a caramel and coconut filling, these cannolis are a delicious and unique twist on the traditional dessert.
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PEANUT BUTTER & CHOCOLATE CANNOLI
Main Ingredients: Semisweet Chocolate Chips, Cannoli Shells, Creamy
For a decadent and indulgent cannoli, try this recipe for peanut butter and chocolate cannolis. The traditional ricotta filling is mixed with creamy peanut butter and then dipped in chocolate and crushed peanuts for a sweet and salty treat.
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Cannoli Siciliani
Main Ingredients: Cannoli Shells, Ricotta, Sugar, Vanilla Powder
This recipe for Cannoli Siciliani is a traditional and authentic version of the cannoli from Sicily. With a crispy shell and a creamy filling made with ricotta, chocolate, and candied fruit, this recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves traditional Italian desserts.
Ingredients
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup cold butter, cubed
1/4 cup cold water
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup whole milk
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup chopped pistachios
Confectioners' sugar, for dusting
Instructions:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add in the cold water, a little at a time, until the dough comes together.
On a floured surface, roll out the dough into a thin sheet. Cut out circles using a 3-inch round cookie cutter. Carefully wrap each circle around a cannoli tube, sealing the edges with a little water. Repeat with the remaining dough.
In a small saucepan, melt the chocolate chips with the heavy cream over low heat, stirring constantly. Once melted, remove from heat and set aside.
In a separate saucepan, warm the milk over medium heat. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch, sugar, and vanilla extract. Gradually add the mixture to the warm milk, stirring constantly until it thickens into a custard.
Remove the custard from heat and stir in the melted chocolate mixture until well combined. Let cool for a few minutes.
Meanwhile, heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Carefully remove the cannoli tubes from the dough and fry the shells until golden brown. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
Once cooled, carefully remove the cannoli tubes from the shells. Fill a pastry bag with the chocolate custard and pipe it into each shell. Dip the ends of the filled cannoli into the chopped pistachios and dust with confectioners' sugar.
Chill the filled cannoli in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. Enjoy your homemade Italian chocolate custard cannoli!
With its flaky shell, creamy chocolate custard filling, and crunchy pistachio coating, this cannoli recipe is a decadent twist on the classic Italian dessert. Impress your friends and family with your pastry skills and indulge in the deliciousness of homemade cannoli. You won't be disappointed!