- Which spices?
- Grind your own or use a quality sugar-free blend.
- Storage?
- Filling keeps 2 days; filled shells must be eaten immediately.
Chai Latte Cannoli
'Masala Chai' is India's gift to the world, a spiced tea warming the soul. Here, cardamom, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves meet the crispy Italian cannoli. Ricotta carries these essential oils perfectly.
Ingredients
1
cup
Ricotta (drained)
1/2
cup
Powdered Sugar
2
tsp
Chai Spice Blend
1/4
cup
Heavy Cream
1
tsp
Vanilla Extract
8
pieces
Cannoli Shells
1
tbsp
Sweetened Condensed Milk
1
pinch
Cinnamon
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Equipment Needed
- Piping bag
- Whisk
- Strainer
Allergen Information
Milk
Wheat
Instructions
1
✓
Mix drained ricotta with powdered sugar until smooth.
Tip: Sugar helps smooth the cheese texture.
2
✓
Whip cream to peaks, fold into ricotta. Add spices and vanilla.
Tip: Cream aerates the dense cheese.
3
✓
Pipe into bag, chill 15 mins.
Tip: Spices need time to infuse.
4
✓
Fill shells from both ends.
Tip: Ensure no empty center.
5
✓
Drizzle with condensed milk and cinnamon.
Tip: Sticky sweetness balances the spice.
Recipe FAQ
Ingredients
- 1 cup Ricotta (drained)
- 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar
- 2 tsp Chai Spice Blend
- 1/4 cup Heavy Cream
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 8 pieces Cannoli Shells
- 1 tbsp Sweetened Condensed Milk
- 1 pinch Cinnamon