Description
Experience the heavenly combination of crispy cannoli shells and a creamy pistachio ricotta filling with this Air Fryer Pistachio Cannoli recipe. These treats are perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a birthday celebration or a Wednesday pick-me-up. With the air fryer, you can enjoy that satisfying crunch without all the oil, making them a healthier indulgence. Prepare to impress your family and friends with this easy-to-follow recipe that brings the taste of Italy straight to your kitchen!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup roasted unsalted pistachios, finely chopped
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese, drained
- 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar (adjust to taste)
- 12 pre-made cannoli shells
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the drained ricotta cheese, confectioners' sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy. Fold in half of the finely chopped pistachios for added texture.
- Cover the mixture with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Use a piping bag or zip-top bag with one corner snipped off to fill each cannoli shell generously with the chilled pistachio filling.
- If using chocolate chips, dip both ends of each filled cannoli into them for added visual appeal.
- Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C). Arrange filled cannoli in a single layer in the fryer basket and cook for about 5-7 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Dust with additional confectioners' sugar before serving for maximum enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cannoli (40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg