Red, White & Blue Cannoli
Celebrate in style with these red, white & blue cannoli! Crisp shells filled with creamy ricotta, fresh strawberries, and blueberries — a colorful, crowd-pleasing dessert for summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Cannoli Shells (store-bought or homemade)
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tbsp sugar
2 tbsp melted butter
Marsala wine (as needed, for dough)
Oil (for frying)
Ricotta Filling
2 cups ricotta cheese (drained)
1 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
Zest of 1 lemon
1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
1 cup fresh blueberries
Optional Garnish
Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Extra berries for decoration
Instructions
Prepare Cannoli Shells (if homemade):
In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, and melted butter. Gradually add Marsala wine until a smooth dough forms. Knead for a few minutes, wrap in plastic, and rest for 30 minutes.
Roll out the dough thinly, cut into circles, wrap around cannoli molds, and fry in hot oil until golden brown. Drain on paper towels and cool completely.
Make the Filling:
In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until smooth. Gently fold in chopped strawberries and blueberries.
Assemble the Cannoli:
Using a piping bag, fill each cooled shell with the ricotta mixture. Dust with powdered sugar and top with extra fruit if desired.
Serve Immediately:
For the crispiest results, fill the cannoli right before serving. Enjoy chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
Drain ricotta well before mixing to avoid a watery filling.
Use store-bought shells to save time.
For a patriotic flair, alternate fillings with strawberries and blueberries at each end.
These are best enjoyed within a few hours of filling.
Find it online: https://allrecipesmade.com/red-white-blue-cannoli/
