Cannoli Cones

Published August 6, 2017. Updated October 28, 2018

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Cannoli Cones are a fun shortcut twist on the traditional cannoli. A perfectly satisfying treat everyone will love and they’re so easy to make, plus they’re perfect for any occasion!

Cannoli Cones

Cannoli Cones

If you’ve been following my blog for a few years then by now you’ve probably figured out I’m obsessed with cannoli. It is one of the worlds best desserts!

I’ve shared the classic Cannoli, Cannoli Bites (mini baked version), Cannoli Dip, Cannoli Cupcakes, Cannoli Cream Puffs, and even Cannoli Ice Cream. And now it’s about time I shared a simplified easier/cheater version.

I’ve always loved sugar cones so I knew I’d be a big fan of these. Plus they aren’t fried so that means I get to eat two right :)??

Cannoli Cones

Ingredients You’ll Need for This Recipe

  • Whole milk ricotta
  • Sugar cones
  • Semi-sweet chocolate
  • Heavy cream
  • Powdered sugar
  • Vanilla
  • Cinnamon
  • Semi-sweet chocolate, unsalted pistachios, raspberries (optional)

Cannoli Cones

How to Make Cannoli Cones

  • Strain ricotta.
  • If dipping cones in melted chocolate if desired, let set.
  • Whip until stiff peaks form.
  • In a bowl combine strained ricotta, powdered sugar, vanilla and cinnamon. Whip to blend.
  • Fold whipped cream and chocolate chips into ricotta mixture.
  • Transfer to a piping bag and pipe mixture into cones.
  • Garnish with chocolate chips, pistachios and raspberries if desired.

Cannoli Cones

A Fun Treat for All Ages

These are a fun treat that people of all ages will totally enjoy. Who could resist them? Plus these are one of those things that are perfect for any, and I mean any occasion.

Birthday, holiday (Christmas/Valentines/Thanksgiving/National Cannoli Day), work party, summer cookout (just keep the filling cold), grandma’s 90th, anniversary, bridal shower, or for a “it’s Monday I need a treat” kind of occasion.

Cannoli Cones

A Lazy Treat for Busy Days

What I’m trying to say is you really just need to try these lazy cannoli, even if you have zero excuses. Because cannoli don’t need an excuse. We just make them. And eat them.

And chocolate. Life needs chocolate. And here we get both. And now my life is complete.

Cannoli Cones

It’s Just too Good to Resist!

Make them soon and try not to eat all of the filling by the spoonful before you even get to filling the cones. It’s hard to resist I know!

Cannoli Cones

Oh and feel free to add more cinnamon or some orange zest to the filling if that’s what your Grandma did in her cannoli. But don’t leave out the cream. I know it’s not traditional but it makes the filling more stable, plus I love that fluffy texture.

Cannoli Cones

 

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Cannoli Cones

The lazy shortcut cannoli. Sugar cones are filled with a rich and fluffy homemade cannoli cream filling and little bites of decadent chocolate chips. A treat people of all ages will love!
Servings: 10
Prep25 minutes
Ready in: 25 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 (15 oz) container whole milk ricotta
  • 10 sugar cones
  • 4 oz. semi-sweet chocolate, chopped (optional)
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
  • 2/3 cup (88g) powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/8 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup (86g) mini semi-sweet chocolate chips, plus more for garnish
  • Chopped unsalted pistachios and fresh raspberries, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  • Strain ricotta overnight (If you've never done it this a good step-by-step tutorial here).
  • If dipping cones in chocolate, melt 4 oz. chocolate in a small microwave safe bowl in microwave in 20 second intervals on 50% power, stirring between intervals until melted and smooth.
  • Dip cones in chocolate, let excess run off then transfer to cups or parchment paper to set (for faster setting chill in refrigerator about 10 minutes). 
  • Pour heavy cream into a medium mixing bowl. Using an electric hand mixer whip until stiff peaks form.
  • In a separate mixing bowl combine strained ricotta, powdered sugar, vanilla and cinnamon. Whip to blend well. 
  • Fold whipped cream and chocolate chips into ricotta mixture. Transfer to a piping bag and pipe mixture into cones.
  • Garnish with chocolate chips, pistachios and raspberries if desired. Serve immediately after adding filling.
  • Recipe source: Cooking Classy
Nutrition Facts
Cannoli Cones
Amount Per Serving
Calories 315 Calories from Fat 162
% Daily Value*
Fat 18g28%
Saturated Fat 10g63%
Cholesterol 39mg13%
Sodium 97mg4%
Potassium 166mg5%
Carbohydrates 30g10%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 16g18%
Protein 5g10%
Vitamin A 370IU7%
Calcium 108mg11%
Iron 1.4mg8%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Nutrition values are estimates only. See full disclaimer here.