Classic Sicilian Cannoli Filling & Shells

Name: Classic Sicilian Cannoli Filling & Shells
Cook time: 2 hours
Yield: 24 cannoli
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Servings

24 cannoli

Prep Time

2 hours

22 oz. Fresh Ricotta Cheese
¾ c. Confectioners Sugar
3 Tbsp. Mini Sweet Chocolate Chips
¾ tsp. Pure Vanilla Extract
¼ tsp. Fresh Lemon Juice
¾ tsp. Finely Grated Orange Zest
24 ct. Recipe: Classic Sicilian Cannoli Shells

Recipe Preparation

Line a sieve with a layer of cheesecloth and set over a bowl.
Spoon ricotta into the sieve.
Cover and let the ricotta drain in the refrigerator overnight.
Beat the ricotta and confectioners sugar until fluffy, using an electric mixer on medium speed.
Beat in chocolate chips, vanilla, lemon juice and orange zest.
Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate.
Pipe the filling into the prepared cannoli shells