Classic cannoli - cannoli alla siciliana

6 Servings

Ingredients

Quantity Ingredient
1½ cup ALL-PURPOSE FLOUR
1 pinch SALT
½ teaspoon BAKING POWDER
2 EGGS
4 teaspoons SUGAR
2 tablespoons BUTTER
1 cup MARSALA OR DESSERT WINE
OLIVE OIL
½ pounds RICOTTA CHEESE
4 teaspoons ORANGE FLOWER WATER
½ cup DICED CANDIED ORANGE OR CITRON
1 ounce BITTER CHOCOLATE, CRUSHED
CONFECTIONERS' SUGAR

Directions

1. Combine flour, salt, baking powder, 1 egg, sugar, & butter; mix well. 2. Gradually add enough wine to make a firm dough. Knead until smooth & elastic. Roll into very thin sheets; cut into 12 squares. 3.

Place metal cannoli tubes diagonally onto each square so tube divides each square into 2 triangles. Lay points of triangles over tubes so they meet in middle. Separate remaining egg & use a little of the egg white to moisten overlap. Press gently to seal. 4. Heat 3-4 inches deep olive oil in deep pan. Fry cannoli until golden brown, drain well on paper towels, & cool. Remove metal tubes. 5. Combine remaining part of egg with ricottta cheese, orange flower water, candied orange, & chocolate & blend well. Fill cannoli with cheese mixture. Sprinkle with confectioner's sugar.

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