Cannoli Siciliani Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
• 1 large egg yolk
• 1/4 cup dry red wine
• Vegetable oil, for frying
• 1/2 cup ricotta cheese, drained
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped candied orange peel
• Confectioners’ sugar, for dusting

Instructions:

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Add the butter and using your fingers, rub together until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and red wine. Add to the flour mixture and stir until the dough comes together.
3. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
4. Divide the dough into quarters. On a lightly floured surface, roll out each quarter to 1/16 inch thickness. Cut out circles about 3 1/2 inches in diameter.
5. Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy saucepan to 350°F. Wrap each circle around a cannoli form, sealing the overlapping dough with a little water. Fry in the hot oil until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
6. In a medium bowl, stir together the ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Fold in the chocolate chips and candied orange peel.
7. Fill a pastry bag fitted with a small tip with the ricotta mixture. Pipe the mixture into both ends of each shell. Dust with confectioners’ sugar and serve.

Verdict and Serving Suggestions:

This Cannoli Siciliani recipe is a classic Italian dessert that is always a crowd-pleaser. The dough is crispy and sweet, while the ricotta filling is creamy and decadent. The combination of chocolate chips and candied orange peel adds a burst of flavor that takes this dessert to the next level.

Serve these Cannoli Siciliani as a dessert for a dinner party or as a sweet treat for your family. They are best served fresh, but can be kept in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Enjoy!