Description
Pumpkin Ricotta Cannoli are a delightful seasonal twist on the classic Italian dessert, combining creamy ricotta with rich pumpkin puree and warm spices, all enveloped in a crispy shell. Perfect for fall gatherings or holiday celebrations, these cannoli offer a beautiful presentation and an unforgettable taste experience that will impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 cannoli shells (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/4 cup chopped pistachios or mini chocolate chips (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, pumpkin puree, powdered sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract. Mix on low speed until smooth.
- Cover and refrigerate the filling for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
- Using a piping bag, fill each cannoli shell generously with the pumpkin ricotta mixture.
- Roll the ends in chopped pistachios or chocolate chips and dust with powdered sugar.
- Serve immediately to maintain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cannoli (68g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg