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Mini Cannoli Cups: Delicious Recipe That Wows!

Mini Cannoli Cups are a delightful dessert that combines creamy ricotta and mascarpone filling in crispy phyllo pastry cups, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup mascarpone cheese
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
  • 12 mini phyllo pastry cups store-bought
  • Chopped pistachios or additional chocolate chips for garnish optional

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Mix until smooth and well blended.
  2. Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
  3. Spoon the cannoli filling into each mini phyllo pastry cup, filling them generously.
  4. If desired, sprinkle chopped pistachios or additional chocolate chips on top for garnish.
  5. Refrigerate the filled cannoli cups for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the filling to firm up.
  6. Serve chilled and enjoy your delightful mini cannoli cups!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cannoli cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g

Notes

  • For a citrus twist, add the zest of one orange or lemon to the filling mixture.
  • Substitute the chocolate chips with dried fruit or fresh berries for a different flavor profile.

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