Description
Cannoli Ice Cream Cones are a fun and creative twist on the classic Italian cannoli, combining a creamy ricotta filling with the crunch of a waffle cone, mini chocolate chips, and pistachios for a delightful treat.
Ingredients
- 2 cups ricotta cheese (drained)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup chopped pistachios (for garnish)
- 6–8 waffle cones
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional, for drizzling)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ricotta Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth and creamy. If the ricotta is watery, drain excess liquid using a fine mesh strainer for 30 minutes.
- Whip the Cream: In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream on medium-high speed until soft peaks form.
- Fold the Cream into Ricotta: Gently fold the whipped cream into the ricotta mixture until fully combined.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Stir in mini chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the filling.
- Fill the Cones: Spoon the ricotta mixture into waffle cones, pressing down gently to pack it in. For a decorative look, use a piping bag.
- Garnish and Serve: Top the cones with chopped pistachios and drizzle with honey if desired. Optionally, dip the tips of the cones in more mini chocolate chips.
- Chill: Place the filled cones in the fridge for 30 minutes to firm up before serving.
- Serve: Serve immediately or store in the fridge for up to 1-2 hours.
Notes
- For extra decadence, dip the cone tips in melted chocolate before filling them.
- Try adding fresh berries like strawberries or raspberries for a fruity contrast.
- Substitute pistachios with almonds, hazelnuts, or walnuts for a different nutty twist.
- Add lemon zest to the ricotta filling for a citrusy touch.
- Store the cones in the fridge for up to 1-2 hours for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: undefined
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cone
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
