Mini Cannoli Cups Dessert (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Filling
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15 oz whole-milk ricotta cheese
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1/2 cup powdered sugar
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2 tablespoons granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon finely grated orange or lemon zest
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Cannoli Cups
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1 box refrigerated pie crusts (2 count), softened as directed on box
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3 tablespoons turbinado sugar (raw sugar)
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
→ Garnish
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1/4 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips or finely chopped pistachios
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Additional powdered sugar, for dusting
# Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a mini muffin tin. Roll out the refrigerated pie crusts on a flat surface. Using a round cutter (about 3 inches in diameter), cut out circles of dough. Gently press each dough circle into the mini muffin tin, forming little cups. Use a fork to prick the bottoms to prevent puffing up. In a small bowl, mix the turbinado sugar and ground cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture over the dough cups for added flavor. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown and crisp. Remove from the oven and let them cool completely in the tin.
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In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, granulated sugar, grated orange or lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and well combined. If the mixture seems too thick, you can add a tablespoon or two of heavy cream to reach the desired consistency.
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Once the cannoli cups have cooled, fill each with the ricotta mixture using a spoon or pastry bag. Sprinkle the tops with either miniature chocolate chips or finely chopped pistachios for garnish. Dust the finished cannoli cups with additional powdered sugar before serving.
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Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving to allow the filling to set.
# Notes:
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For a variation, you can add mini chocolate chips to the ricotta filling for extra texture and flavor.
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You can substitute the citrus zest with a splash of vanilla extract or almond extract if you prefer a different flavor profile.