Mini Cannoli Cream Cups Yummmmm
Delight your taste buds with these irresistible Mini Cannoli Cream Cups, a no-bake dessert perfect for any occasion! Featuring a luscious filling made with creamy ricotta cheese, rich mascarpone, and a touch of powdered sugar, these bite-sized treats are infused with the bright flavor of fresh orange zest and hints of vanilla. Nestled in crisp, pre-baked phyllo shells, each cup is topped with mini chocolate chips and optional chopped pistachios for a delightful crunch. With only 15 minutes of prep time, these elegant mini desserts are as easy to make as they are to devour. Serve them dusted with powdered sugar for a professional touch and enjoy a festive dessert that’s sure to impress. Perfect for parties, holidays, or a sweet indulgence at home, these cannoli cream cups are a tasty twist on the classic Italian favorite!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Ricotta cheese
- 0.5 cup Mascarpone cheese
- 0.5 cup Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 0.33 cup Mini chocolate chips
- 15 pieces Phyllo shells (pre-baked)
- 0.25 cup Pistachios (chopped, optional)
- 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Directions
Step 1
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, mascarpone cheese, and powdered sugar. Use a hand mixer or a spatula to mix until smooth and creamy.
Step 2
Add the vanilla extract and orange zest to the mixture. Stir until evenly incorporated.
Step 3
Gently fold in 1/4 cup of the mini chocolate chips, reserving the remaining chips for topping, if desired.
Step 4
Transfer the cannoli cream mixture to a piping bag fitted with a large round tip or a resealable plastic bag with one corner snipped off.
Step 5
Pipe the cream mixture into each pre-baked phyllo shell, filling them generously but not overflowing.
Step 6
Top each filled cup with a sprinkle of the reserved mini chocolate chips or chopped pistachios.
Step 7
If desired, dust the tops of the cannoli cups lightly with powdered sugar for a decorative finish.
Step 8
Serve immediately for best results or refrigerate for up to 4 hours before serving to keep the shells crisp.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1773.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4138.8 |
| Total Fat 187.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 71.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 322.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3266.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 564.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 20.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 99.3g | |
| Protein 100.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1384.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 25.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1245.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories