Description
Delightful crispy creamed shells perfect for filling with sweet ricotta or chocolate.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1/3 cup marsala wine
- Vegetable oil or other frying oil
Instructions
- In a food processor, pulse together the flour, sugar, and salt until combined.
- Cut the cold butter into small pieces and sprinkle it over the mixture; pulse until it resembles coarse sand.
- Add the egg yolk and marsala wine, then pulse until the dough starts to form clumps.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth, then cover and let it rest for 30-60 minutes.
- Heat the oil in a Dutch oven to 350-360°F.
- Roll out the dough thinly and cut circles using a 4.5-inch biscuit cutter.
- Wrap the circles around cannoli molds and seal them with egg white.
- Fry the wrapped molds in hot oil until golden brown, then carefully remove the molds while warm.
- Allow the shells to cool on a wire rack before filling with your desired mixture.
Notes
Ensure your dough is thin enough for crispiness and keep oil temperature consistent during frying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian