Wild Blueberry Cannoli with Ricotta & Chocolate Chips
25 minutes •
Cannoli are one of the most iconic desserts from Sicily, traditionally filled with sweetened ricotta and enjoyed during celebrations like Carnevale. This version keeps the heart of the tradition, creamy ricotta and chocolate chips, but swaps the fried shell for a protein-rich baked blueberry shell made with Dilettoso. It’s a modern take that respects the heritage while supporting a healthier lifestyle.
What you need
- Cannoli Shells
- 2 cup Dilettoso Bella Berry Mix
- 1 large egg
- 2½ tablespoons butter (or oil of choice)
- 2–3 tbsp milk (or almond milk)
- Ricotta Filling
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta (drained)
- 2 tbsp mini chocolate chips
- 2 teaspoons honey or favorite sweetener
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp Greek yogurt (optional for extra protein)
- Garnish
- Extra mini chocolate chips
- Powdered sugar (optional)
- Fresh blueberries
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How to do it
- PREHEAT oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- WHISK together the Dilettoso Bella Berry Mix, egg, melted butter, and milk until a smooth batter forms. Let it rest in the fridge for about 20 minutes.
- ROLL the dough out with a rolling pin until thin and even.
- CUT circles using a drinking glass or round cutter.
- WRAP each circle around a cannoli mold, sealing the edge gently so it holds its shape.
- BAKE for 10-12 minutes until lightly crisp.
- ALLOW shells to cool completely before removing from molds.
- MIX the ricotta, chocolate chips, sweetener, vanilla, and Greek yogurt until smooth and creamy.
- TRANSFER the ricotta filling into a piping bag.
- PIPE the ricotta mixture into each cooled cannoli shell.
- GARNISH the ends with extra chocolate chips and fresh blueberries.
- LIGHTLY DUST with powdered sugar if desired.
- SERVE immediately and enjoy!
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Did you know?
In Sicily, cannoli were originally made as a festival dessert during Carnevale, symbolizing celebration and abundance. Today they are loved worldwide and are one of the most famous Italian pastries.
