Description
A unique twist on traditional cannoli, filled with a zesty lemon filling and topped with fluffy meringue.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package cannoli shells (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 pieces zest of lemons
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 3 large egg whites
- 3/4 cup sugar (for meringue)
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine lemon juice, lemon zest, sugar, and eggs. Stir constantly until the mixture thickens—about 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and add the butter, mixing until smooth. Let cool completely.
- Once the lemon filling is cooled, use a piping bag (or a zip-lock bag with a corner cut off) to fill the cannoli shells generously.
- In a clean mixing bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.
- Pipe the meringue onto the filled cannoli as generously as you wish.
- For an extra touch, use a kitchen torch to toast the meringue lightly until golden brown if desired.
- Chill the cannoli until ready to serve. Enjoy these delightful treats chilled.
Notes
- Ensure the lemon filling is completely cooled before filling the cannoli shells.
- Use a kitchen torch carefully to avoid burning the meringue.
- These cannoli are best served chilled.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cannoli
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Lemon Meringue Pie Cannoli, dessert, Italian dessert, unique recipe