Description
Crispy cannoli cones meet classic chocolate chip magic in this delightful Italian-inspired dessert. Sweet ricotta filling nestled in homemade waffle cones creates a perfect balance of crunch and creamy indulgence you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Chip Cannoli Cones Ingredients:
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup (237 milliliters) ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) mascarpone cheese
- 12 waffle cones
Filling Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (57 grams) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (85 grams) mini chocolate chips
- Optional: powdered sugar for dusting
Topping Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (64 grams) crushed pistachios
- 1/2 cup (85 grams) mini chocolate chips (for dipping)
Instructions
- Craft a velvety filling by whisking ricotta and mascarpone cheese until silky smooth, incorporating powdered sugar and vanilla extract to create a luxurious base.
- Gently fold mini chocolate chips into the creamy mixture, ensuring even distribution for bursts of chocolatey goodness throughout the filling.
- Transfer the decadent mixture into a piping bag fitted with a large round tip, preparing for precise cone filling.
- Carefully pipe the filling into waffle cones, starting from the bottom and methodically working upward to achieve a full, even distribution.
- Melt additional mini chocolate chips in short microwave intervals, stirring between each to prevent scorching and create a glossy chocolate coating.
- Dip the rim of each filled cone into the warm melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off before rolling in crushed pistachios for a crunchy, nutty exterior.
- Allow the chocolate to set and stabilize at room temperature, creating a delicate seal and textural contrast.
- For a final elegant touch, lightly dust the prepared cannoli cones with a delicate sprinkle of powdered sugar, enhancing both visual appeal and subtle sweetness.
Notes
- Swap ricotta for Greek yogurt to reduce fat content and add protein, making the dessert healthier without compromising taste.
- Use dark chocolate chips for a more intense flavor and potential antioxidant benefits, creating a sophisticated twist on the classic recipe.
- Toast pistachios before crushing to enhance their nutty flavor and add a delightful crunch to the cone’s exterior.
- Prepare filling ahead of time and refrigerate for at least an hour to allow flavors to meld and achieve a more pronounced taste profile.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 75 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg