Description
These homemade Cannoli Shells are crispy, delicate, and perfect for filling with sweet ricotta. Enjoy a taste of Italy right at home!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 pinch kosher salt
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter cold and cubed
- 1/3 cup dry white wine
- 1 large egg
- 1 egg white for brushing
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt.
- Add the cold, cubed butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the dry white wine and egg, kneading the dough until it is smooth.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Roll out the dough to about 1/8 inch thick and cut into circles or ovals.
- Wrap the dough around metal cannoli forms and seal the edges with egg white.
- Deep fry the shells in hot oil until golden brown, then remove and cool on paper towels.
- Once cooled, fill with desired filling and serve immediately.
Notes
For extra crunch, ensure the oil is at the right temperature when frying. You can also dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cannoli shell
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 35 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
Keywords: Cannoli Shells,Dessert,Italian Pastry,Fried Dough,Homemade Cannoli