Dried Cherry and Ginger Cannoli
This recipe serves 25. This recipe covers 4% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. One serving contains 311 calories, 7g of protein, and 15g of fat. A mixture of purchased cannoli shells, orange peel, crystallized ginger, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so yummy. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 45 minutes.
Instructions
Working in 2 batches, blend first 5 ingredients in processor until smooth; add ginger and cherries and process until finely chopped and well incorporated. Using on/off turns, mix in chocolate just until blended (do not puree).
Transfer filling to large bowl. (Filling can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.Bring to room temperature before continuing.)
Working in batches, transfer filling to pastry bag without tip. Pipe into shells.
Sprinkle ends with pistachios. Chill at least 2 hours and up to 6 hours. Sift powdered sugar over cannoli and serve.
*Italian cream cheese; available at many supermarkets and Italian markets.