Mini Cannoli Cups
Mini Cannoli Cups are bite-sized desserts filled with a sweet, creamy ricotta filling and mini chocolate chips, all encased in a flaky phyllo cup, perfect for parties or light after-dinner treats.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 package mini phyllo pastry cups
- 15 oz ricotta cheese Use whole-milk ricotta for richness.
- 1 cup powdered sugar Can reduce to 3/4 cup for less sweetness.
- 1 tsp vanilla extract Pure vanilla gives the best flavor.
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips Use chopped dark or white chocolate for variations.
Optional Garnish
- 1/4 cup chopped pistachios Optional for color and crunch.
- Powdered sugar for dusting Dust on top before serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Step 1: If your ricotta is very wet, drain it in a fine mesh sieve lined with paper towel for 15–30 minutes.
- Step 2: In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract, and blend until smooth.
- Step 3: Gently fold in mini chocolate chips until evenly combined.
- Step 4: Spoon or pipe the ricotta mixture into each mini phyllo pastry cup, filling them to the top.
- Step 5: Sprinkle with chopped pistachios and dust lightly with powdered sugar.
- Step 6: Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
Keep assembled cups chilled if serving on a warm day. Store filling and phyllo cups separately for best texture.