Calling all cannoli fans! This cannoli cream can be served in a variety of different ways from filling your favorite cannoli shells to these adorable little disposable cups. I adore any recipe that can be prepared ahead of time and this recipe fits the bill. Everyone will be swooning over these sweet little decadent, relatively lower fat dessert. These can also be topped with fresh berries, shaved chocolate or chocolate chips.
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Cannoli Cream.
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Description
This chocolate chunk cannoli cream is a versatile dessert that can be served in cups, ramekins, or as a filling for cannoli shells. It’s creamy, decadent, and easy to prepare ahead of time.
Ingredients
- 16 oz (450 g) of low fat ricotta cheese
- 3 tbsp of granulated sugar
- 3 tbsp of powdered sugar
- 1 tsp of vanilla extract
- 1 tsp of almond extract
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) of chocolate chunks
Instructions
- In a food processor, add the ricotta cheese and blend until creamy. This step takes about 2-4 minutes.
- Add the granulated sugar, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and almond extract to the ricotta. Pulse until all ingredients are well blended.
- Transfer the mixture to a bowl and gently fold in the chocolate chunks by hand.
- Chill the cannoli cream in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Serve in small disposable cups, ramekins, or use as a filling for cannoli shells. Optionally, top with fresh berries, shaved chocolate, or additional chocolate chips.
Notes
- If using small disposable cups, you will fill approximately 20 cups.
- The recipe can also fill 5-6 ramekins or glasses.
- This dessert can be prepared ahead of time, making it perfect for gatherings.
- Consider topping with fresh berries or additional chocolate for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Chocolate
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 60
- Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 8
- Cholesterol: 30
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can this cannoli cream be made ahead of time?
Yes — the article specifically says the author adores recipes that can be prepared ahead of time, and this one qualifies. Make the cream, chill it for at least 1 hour, then serve whenever you are ready. The notes say it fills approximately 20 small disposable cups or 5–6 ramekins, so it is well-suited for parties.
Why does the recipe blend the ricotta before adding the other ingredients?
The instructions call for blending 16 oz of low-fat ricotta in a food processor for 2–4 minutes until creamy before anything else is added. This step breaks down the grainy texture of ricotta into the silky smooth base that classic cannoli cream requires. 
What are the different ways I can serve this cream?
The article and notes list several options: fill traditional cannoli shells, spoon into small disposable cups, or fill ramekins or glasses. The article also mentions topping with fresh berries, shaved chocolate, or extra chocolate chips as optional garnishes.
just made this recipe and its fantastic , thank you very much
My family loves this recipe! It’s a great easy mid-week dessert as well as an elegant meal-ender for a dinner party. Yum, yum!
Looks fantastic!