Phyllo Cannoli Bites

5 from 1 vote

These mini phyllo cannoli bites are made with crispy phyllo shells, a sweet ricotta filling, and mini chocolate chips for an easy, delicious, lighter dessert.

Prep Time10

Cook Time5

Chill Time15

Total Time30

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: Italian

Keyword: cannoli bites, mini phyllo cannoli bites, phyllo cannoli bites

Servings: cannoli bites

Author: Shawna Clark

Ingredients

1 package of mini phyllo shells, 15 shells
1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
3 tablespoons powdered sugar or sugar substitute
1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon orange zest from 1/4 of an orange, optional
1 pinch of cinnamon optional

Instructions

Drain the ricotta by lining a fine-mesh strainer with a double layer of paper towels, placing the ricotta in the strainer, gently pressing it with the back of a spoon to release excess liquid, and letting it sit for 10-15 minutes while you prepare the other ingredients.
Bake the phyllo cups at 350°F for 3-5 minutes until crisp, and let them cool completely.
Transfer the drained ricotta to a medium bowl and whisk in the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, mini chocolate chips, and orange zest until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Refrigerate the filling for 10-15 minutes if you prefer a slightly firmer texture.
Use a spoon or a piping bag to fill each cooled phyllo cup with about one tablespoon of the filling. You can also make a piping bag by placing a Ziploc bag in a tall cup, spooning the filling inside, sealing it, and snipping off a small corner.
Finish with optional toppings, such as extra chocolate chips, chopped pistachios, or a dusting of powdered sugar.

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Notes

Ricotta Options: We used part-skim ricotta, but whole or fat-free ricotta also works.
Chocolate Options: You can use mini chocolate chips, roughly chop regular chocolate chips, or use sugar-free chocolate chips. You can also roughly chop a sugar-free or regular chocolate bar. Or, if preferred, you can omit the chocolate chips or just sprinkle them on top.
Avoid the Pith: When zesting the orange, avoid the white pith underneath the skin because it can add a bitter flavor.

WW Points: 2 points per cannoli bite

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