Cannoli filling is the definition of creamy, tangy, and rich. Indulge in a classic Italian treat with my ricotta cannoli filling recipe!
Equipment
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fine mesh sieve
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metal mixing bowl
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electric mixer
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medium mixing bowl
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piping bag
Ingredients
- 16 ounces ricotta
- 1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar, plus more for garnish
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 lemon, zested
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
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Place the ricotta in a fine mesh sieve over an empty bowl and allow it to drain for at least 30 minutes. You want to remove as much of the liquid as possible from the ricotta. Meanwhile, place a metal mixing bowl and electric mixer whisk/beaters into the freezer to chill. *See Notes
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Add heavy cream to the chilled mixing bowl. Using an electric mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, beat cream at high speed until stiff peaks form. Add the powdered sugar to the cream and whisk to combine.
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In a separate bowl, mix together the drained ricotta, vanilla, lemon zest, and cinnamon. Use a silicone spatula to gently fold in the whipped cream. Cover and chill the filling until ready to fill the cannoli.
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Scoop filling into a piping bag fitted with a tip to fill each shell with the prepared cannoli filling. Sprinkle mini chocolate chips over each end and dust the filled cannoli with powdered sugar.
Donna’s Notes
Heavy cream whips up much easier if both the bowl and mixer attachments are cold. I suggest popping them both into your freezer while you wait for the ricotta to drain. I use a stainless steel mixing bowl for this because it retains the cold temperature for longer than a plastic bowl. A glass mixing bowl is not recommended – the extreme difference in temperature may cause it to crack.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 | Calories: 88cal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 23mg | Sugar: 6g | Fiber: 0.1g | Calcium: 55mg | Iron: 0.2mg
All nutritional information is based on third party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe’s nutritional value will vary depending on the ingredients used, measuring methods, and portion sizes.