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Zesty Lemon Meringue Pie Cannoli

Zesty Lemon Meringue Pie Cannoli: A Refreshing Summer Treat

These Zesty Lemon Meringue Pie Cannoli are a fun, no-bake twist on classic desserts, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 cannoli
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cannoli Shells
  • 12 pieces Cannoli Shells unsweetened, store-bought
For the Whipped Cream
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream cold
  • 2 tablespoons Powdered Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
For the Lemon Filling
  • 1 cup Lemon Curd or raspberry/passionfruit curd
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest
Optional Garnish
  • 2 slices Lemon Slices for garnish

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Piping Bag
  • Platter

Method
 

How to Make Zesty Lemon Meringue Pie Cannoli
  1. Chill the bowl by placing it in the freezer for about 10 minutes.
  2. Whip the cold heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form (about 2-3 minutes).
  3. Inspect and place the store-bought cannoli shells on a platter, checking for cracks.
  4. Spoon or pipe the lemon curd into the bottom half of each shell.
  5. Generously swirl the whipped cream on top of the lemon curd.
  6. Dust with powdered sugar and lemon zest, and add a lemon slice if desired.
  7. Refrigerate the filled cannoli for about 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cannoliCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 45mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For an indulgent twist, consider drizzling with melted chocolate before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container and consume within 24 hours for best quality.

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