Mini Cannoli Bites (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 ready-to-use pie crust.
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1/2 cup strained ricotta cheese, full-fat.
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1/4 cup mascarpone, softened.
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1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla.
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1/3 cup powdered sugar (plus extra for garnish).
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1/3 cup small chocolate chips, and some extra for decoration.
# Instructions:
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Set your oven to 400°F to warm up.
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Let pie crust come to room temperature, then roll it flat. Use a 2½ inch cutter to make 12 circles, place them into a mini muffin pan, bake until lightly golden (10-12 mins), and allow to cool for about 15 minutes.
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Combine ricotta and mascarpone in a bowl. Stir in powdered sugar, vanilla, and mix well before folding in the chocolate chips.
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Spoon filling into a piping bag, squeeze into the cooled shells, sprinkle with extra chips, and finish with a bit of powdered sugar on top.
# Notes:
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Strain ricotta for smoother results.
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Prep parts in advance for convenience.
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Add filling right before eating.
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Perfect sweet treat for gatherings.
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A simpler twist on classic cannoli.
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Keeps the crusts from going soggy.