Decadent chocolate, Ricotta cheese, and Candied Citron make this dessert a must have.
Directions
1.In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, sugar and cinnamon. Cut in the shortening until it is in pieces no larger than peas. Make a well in the center, and pour in the egg, egg yolk, Marsala wine, vinegar and water. Mix with a fork until the dough becomes stiff, then finish it by hand, kneading on a clean surface. Add a bit more water if needed to incorporate all of the dry ingredients. Knead for about 10 minutes, then cover and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours.
2.Divide the cannoli dough into thirds, and flatten each one just enough to get through the pasta machine. Roll the dough through successively thinner settings until you have reached the thinnest setting. Dust lightly with flour if necessary. Place the sheet of dough on a lightly floured surface. Using a form or large glass or bowl, cut out 4 to 5 inch circles. Dust the circles with a light coating of flour. This will help you later in removing the shells from the tubes. Roll dough around cannoli tubes, sealing the edge with a bit of egg white.
3.Heat the oil to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) in a deep-fryer or deep heavy skillet. Fry shells on the tubes a few at a time for 2 to 3 minutes, until golden. Use tongs to turn as needed. Carefully remove using the tongs, and place on a cooling rack set over paper towels. Cool just long enough that you can handle the tubes, then carefully twist the tube to remove the shell. Using a tea towel may help you get a better grip. Wash or wipe off the tubes, and use them for more shells. Cooled shells can be placed in an airtight container and kept for up to 2 months. You should only fill them immediately or up to 1 hours before serving.
4.To make the filling, stir together the ricotta cheese and confectioners' sugar using a spoon. Fold in the chopped citron and chocolate. Use a pastry bag to pipe into shells, filling from the center to one end, then doing the same from the other side. Dust with additional confectioners' sugar and grated chocolate for garnish when serving.
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Serving Size: 1 Serving (88g) | ||
Recipe Makes: 30 | ||
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Calories: 376 | ||
Calories from Fat: 301 (80%) | ||
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Amt Per Serving | % DV | |
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Total Fat 33.4g | 45 % | |
Saturated Fat 4.2g | 21 % | |
Monounsaturated Fat 18.7g | ||
Polyunsanturated Fat 9g | ||
Cholesterol 18.9mg | 6 % | |
Sodium 181.6mg | 6 % | |
Potassium 56.9mg | 1 % | |
Total Carbohydrate 16.2g | 5 % | |
Dietary Fiber 0.6g | 2 % | |
Sugars, other 15.6g | ||
Protein 3.4g | 5 % | |
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Calories per serving: 376
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