Summer Cannoli

Gluten Free
Health score
3%
Summer Cannoli
20 min.
4
552kcal

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As the sun shines brightly and the days grow longer, there's nothing quite like a delightful dessert that captures the essence of summer. Introducing our Summer Cannoli, a gluten-free treat that promises to tantalize your taste buds without any guilt! With a rich and creamy filling made from velvety ricotta and mascarpone, this dessert is a perfect combination of light and luscious. The addition of fresh berries adds a burst of color and flavor, while the hint of orange zest elevates the dish to new heights.

This recipe is not just quick to prepare—taking only 20 minutes from start to finish—but it also showcases the simplicity of using quality ingredients. Whether you're hosting a summer gathering or simply looking to indulge, these cannoli-inspired slices of pound cake topped with creamy goodness will leave your guests raving. Plus, with the optional crunchy pistachios, each bite delivers a delightful contrast in texture that will have everyone coming back for more!

So, gather your ingredients and let the spirit of summer inspire you to whip up this delicious dessert that’s sure to impress. Your friends and family will appreciate a sweet ending to any meal, and who can resist the charm of fresh berries paired with creamy, sweet fillings? Dive into the flavors of summer with our easy-to-follow recipe!

Ingredients

  • cup poached berries fresh (any kind)
  • 0.5 cup powdered sugar 
  • 0.5 cup mascarpone cheese 
  • 0.5 teaspoon orange zest grated
  • tablespoons pistachios chopped
  •  round cake 
  • cup ricotta cheese 
  • 0.3 teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • paper towels
  • oven
  • whisk
  • toaster

Directions

  1. Wrap the ricotta in a few damp paper towels and squeeze it over the sink for 30 seconds.
  2. Whisk it in a large bowl until smooth.
  3. Add the mascarpone, sugar, vanilla, and orange zest and whisk until fully incorporated.
  4. Fold in the pistachios (if using).
  5. Cut the pound cake into 1/2-inch slices and toast them in a toaster oven, or in a regular oven at 375°F for about 2 minutes a side.
  6. Top each slice with a dollop of the cream, then sprinkle with the berries.
  7. To save time, buy predrained ricotta from Whole Foods and skip step 1.

Nutrition Facts

Calories552kcal
Protein10.06%
Fat40.1%
Carbs49.84%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11.25
Glycemic Load
0.63
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
10.216087040694%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.96mg
Petunidin
7.04mg
Delphinidin
8.37mg
Malvidin
19.24mg
Pelargonidin
0.01mg
Peonidin
0.18mg
Catechin
0.13mg
Epigallocatechin
0.08mg
Epicatechin
0.03mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.7mg
Kaempferol
0.43mg
Myricetin
0.68mg
Quercetin
1.85mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:552.09kcal
27.6%
Fat:24.68g
37.97%
Saturated Fat:13.85g
86.55%
Carbohydrates:69.02g
23.01%
Net Carbohydrates:67.19g
24.43%
Sugar:45.96g
51.06%
Cholesterol:136.24mg
45.42%
Sodium:535.55mg
23.28%
Alcohol:0.09g
100%
Alcohol %:0.05%
100%
Protein:13.93g
27.85%
Selenium:16.21µg
23.16%
Calcium:227.83mg
22.78%
Phosphorus:223.41mg
22.34%
Vitamin B2:0.35mg
20.37%
Vitamin A:819.59IU
16.39%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
15.71%
Iron:2.5mg
13.91%
Manganese:0.26mg
13.22%
Folate:47.39µg
11.85%
Vitamin B3:1.77mg
8.83%
Zinc:1.21mg
8.09%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.64%
Fiber:1.83g
7.34%
Vitamin K:7.19µg
6.84%
Vitamin B12:0.39µg
6.51%
Copper:0.12mg
6.13%
Potassium:199.91mg
5.71%
Vitamin B5:0.56mg
5.6%
Magnesium:21.63mg
5.41%
Vitamin E:0.52mg
3.47%
Vitamin C:1.52mg
1.84%
Vitamin D:0.27µg
1.83%
Source:Epicurious