Cannoli Bites (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 premade pie crust.
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1/2 cup whole milk ricotta cheese, strained.
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1/4 cup mascarpone cheese.
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract.
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1/3 cup powdered sugar.
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1/3 cup mini chocolate chips, plus more for topping.
# Instructions:
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Heat oven to 400°F.
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Roll out room temperature pie crust, cut 12 rounds with 2½ inch cutter, press rounds into mini muffin tin, bake 10-12 minutes until light golden, and cool 15 minutes.
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Mix strained ricotta, mascarpone, add powdered sugar, vanilla, and stir in chocolate chips.
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Fill piping bag with mixture, pipe into cooled shells, top with extra chips, and dust with powdered sugar.
# Notes:
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Strain ricotta for best texture.
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Can make components ahead.
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Fill just before serving.
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Great for parties.
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Easy alternative to traditional cannoli.
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Keeps shells crispy.