Cannoncini

Cannoncini are delightful Italian pastries that are both crispy and creamy, offering a perfect balance of texture and flavor. This healthy version features a light filling made from ricotta and honey, providing a guilt-free indulgence.

Ingredients

• Puff pastry - 100 grams
• Ricotta cheese - 150 grams
• Honey - 2 tablespoons
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Lemon zest - 1 teaspoon
• Dark chocolate (70% cocoa) - 20 grams
• Chopped nuts (almonds or pistachios) - 2 tablespoons
• Powdered sugar - for dusting (optional)

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F).
2. Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to about 3mm thick.
3. Cut the pastry into strips about 5cm wide and 10cm long.
4. Wrap each strip around a cannoli form, overlapping slightly, and press to seal the edges.
5. Place the wrapped forms on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
6. While the pastry is baking, prepare the filling by mixing ricotta cheese, honey, vanilla extract, and lemon zest in a bowl until smooth.
7. Once the pastry is baked and cooled, carefully remove the cannoli forms.
8. Fill each cannolo with the ricotta mixture using a piping bag or spoon.
9. Melt the dark chocolate in a microwave or double boiler, then drizzle over the filled cannoli.
10. Sprinkle with chopped nuts and dust with powdered sugar, if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 240
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 28 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 20 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from ricotta cheese, promoting muscle health.
• Contains healthy fats from nuts, which can support heart health.

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