Baked Good|Pastry | Vegetarian

Cannoli Shell

Triticum aestivum Allergens: Wheat|Milk|Eggs|Soy
Cannoli Shell

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Poaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Italian (Sicilian)
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Wheat Flour

The Forktionary Angle

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Definition

A fried pastry dough tube, typically crispy and slightly sweet, designed to be filled with ricotta cheese-based cream for the classic Italian dessert.

Sensory Profile

TasteSweet, Neutral, Slightly Buttery/Fried
TextureCrisp, Crunchy, Brittle, Airy
AromaToasted Flour, Faint Sweet
AcidityLow

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 1 shell (15g)
Calories450 kcal
Total Fat20g
Saturated Fat8g
Trans Fat0.5g
Cholesterol20mg
Protein8g
Total Carbohydrate60g
Dietary Fiber2g
Total Sugars15g
Calcium30mg
Iron2mg
Potassium80mg

Chef’s Secret

Fill cannoli shells just before serving to maintain their crispness, as the moisture from the filling will soften them over time.

Substitutions

Best Match

Waffle Cone

1:1

Offers crispness and shape for a similar dessert experience.

Ice Cream Cone (sugar cone)

1:1

Simpler, less elaborate but crunchy.

Tuile Cookie

1:1 (piece)

Flat, but provides elegance and crunch for a deconstructed cannoli.

Pastry Cups

1:1

Can hold filling, softer texture.

Buying Guide

Purchase shells that are intact, crispy, and free from cracks or excessive oil residue.

Flavor Pairings

Ricotta Cream Chocolate Chips Candied Fruit Pistachios Espresso.