Italian Cannoli

Prep Time: 30 Minutes

Cook Time: 5 Minutes

Ready In: 35 Minutes

Servings: 8

Being Italian and watching my grandmother cook, I enjoyed learning to cook Italian dishes and desserts. This is one of my favorites and I hope you like it too. :)

Ingredients:

8 medium cannoli shells (depending on size of shells)

1 1/2 pints ricotta cheese

1 teaspoon fresh orange zest

1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

1/8 teaspoon almond extract (optional)

1/2 cup dark semisweet mini chocolate chips

1/2 cup powdered sugar (more if you like it sweeter)

1/8 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)

2 teaspoons grand marnier (optional)

Directions:

1. Combine filling ingredients together with a large wooden spoon (Except the chocolate chips).
2. After filling is mixed well FOLD in chocolate chips.
3. Fill cannoli shells with mixture using a wet teaspoon to avoid sticking.
4. Chill for 1 - 2 hours to allow the filling to absorb the flavors.
5. Dust with powdered sugar before serving and enjoy.
6. Enjoyed best while sipping strong, hot coffee or Grand Marnier! :).

By RecipeOfHealth.com