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Lemon Meringue Pie Cannolis

These delightful Lemon Meringue Pie Cannolis bring a fresh twist to the classic Italian dessert, combining the zesty flavors of lemon meringue pie with the crispy goodness of cannoli shells. Perfect for any occasion, they are sure to impress your guests with their sweet and tangy taste.
Prep Time20 minutes
Active Time10 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Lemon Meringue Pie Cannolis
Yield: 12

Materials

Cannoli Shells:

  • - 12 store-bought cannoli shells

Lemon Filling:

  • - 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • - 1 cup mascarpone cheese
  • - 1 cup powdered sugar
  • - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • - 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • - 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Meringue Topping:

  • - 3 egg whites
  • - 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Lemon Curd (optional for drizzle):

  • - 1/2 cup lemon curd store-bought or homemade

Instructions

Prepare the Lemon Filling:

  • - In a large mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
  • - Beat the mixture until smooth and well combined.
  • - Transfer the lemon filling to a piping bag fitted with a large round tip.

Fill the Cannoli Shells:

  • - Carefully pipe the lemon filling into each cannoli shell, filling them generously.

Make the Meringue Topping:

  • - In a clean mixing bowl, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form.
  • - Gradually add the granulated sugar, one tablespoon at a time, and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
  • - Beat in the vanilla extract.

Top with Meringue:

  • - Pipe the meringue onto the filled cannoli shells, creating a decorative swirl.

Torch the Meringue:

  • - Use a kitchen torch to carefully toast the meringue until it is golden brown. Alternatively, you can place the cannolis under a broiler for a few seconds, watching closely to avoid burning.

Drizzle with Lemon Curd (optional):

  • - If desired, drizzle some lemon curd over the meringue-topped cannolis for an extra burst of lemon flavor.

Serve and Enjoy:

  • - Arrange the cannolis on a serving plate, dust with powdered sugar if desired, and enjoy this delightful dessert!