# **Giant Cannoli Recipe: A Show-Stopping Italian Dessert**
If you’re a fan of classic Italian desserts, this **Giant Cannoli** is a must-try! Inspired by the traditional Sicilian pastry, this oversized version features a crispy, golden shell filled with a rich and creamy ricotta filling. It’s perfect for special occasions, holiday gatherings, or when you want to impress guests with a dessert that looks as amazing as it tastes.
## **Why You’ll Love This Recipe**
✔ **A Fun Twist on a Classic** – A giant cannoli makes a stunning centerpiece!
✔ **Rich & Creamy Filling** – The perfect balance of sweet ricotta and chocolate.
✔ **Crunchy Shell** – A homemade or pre-made cannoli shell adds the perfect crisp texture.
## **Ingredients**
### **For the Cannoli Shell:**
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 2 tbsp sugar
– ¼ tsp salt
– 2 tbsp unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
– ½ cup white wine or marsala wine
– 1 egg, beaten (for sealing)
– Vegetable oil (for frying)
– 1 large metal cannoli tube or mold
### **For the Ricotta Filling:**
– 2 cups ricotta cheese (drained overnight)
– ¾ cup powdered sugar
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– ½ cup mini chocolate chips
– ½ tsp cinnamon (optional)
– Zest of 1 orange (optional)
**For Decoration:**
– Melted chocolate (for drizzling)
– Chopped pistachios
– Extra mini chocolate chips
– Powdered sugar (for dusting)
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