Description

Crispy, golden cannoli shells cradle a creamy ricotta filling kissed with pumpkin purée, maple syrup, and a swirl of warm spices. It’s the perfect marriage of Italian tradition and autumn indulgence — crunchy outside, silky pumpkin-spiced bliss inside.

Ingredients

Scale

12 store-bought cannoli shells

1½ cups ricotta cheese (drained)

½ cup pumpkin purée

¼ cup pure maple syrup

½ tsp cinnamon

¼ tsp nutmeg

⅛ tsp cloves

¼ cup mini chocolate chips (optional)

Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions

Make filling: In a bowl, mix ricotta, pumpkin, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves until smooth. Fold in chocolate chips if using.

Fill shells: Use a piping bag (or zip-top bag with corner cut) to fill each shell just before serving to keep them crisp.

Finish: Dust with powdered sugar for a festive touch.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Nutrition

Calories: 160 / Serving
Sugar: 14g / Serving
Fat: 8g / Serving
Carbohydrates: 17g / Serving
Fiber: 1g / Serving
Protein: 5g / Serving