Description
Indulging in a delightful dessert can instantly lift your spirits, and what better way to do that than with Zesty Lemon Meringue Pie Cannolis?
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (9-inch) pie dough rounds (store-bought recommended)
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp water
- ¾ cup lemon curd
- ½ cup marshmallow fluff
- 1 cup whipped topping, thawed
- 1 tsp fresh lemon zest (optional)
- 1 tsp powdered sugar (for garnish)
Instructions
- Begin by preheating your oven to 425°F (218°C). This is an important step as it ensures that your cannoli shells will bake evenly, achieving that desirable golden-brown color. Meanwhile, let your store-bought pie dough sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes. This will make it easier to roll and shape.
- Next, lightly flour your countertop or a clean surface to prevent sticking. Using a round cutter or a glass, cut out eight 4½-inch circles from each pie dough round. These circles will serve as the base for your cannoli. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 egg and 1 tsp of water to create an egg wash. Take one dough circle and gently wrap it around a metal cannoli form, carefully sealing the edges with the egg wash. This helps secure the shape while baking.
- Once you’ve wrapped all the dough circles around the forms, place them in the freezer for about 10 minutes. This step is crucial as it firms up the dough, making it easier to handle during baking. After freezing, transfer the wrapped forms to a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for approximately 10–12 minutes or until they are golden brown. Once baked, allow them to cool completely before gently removing the cannoli forms to reveal your shells.
- While the cannoli shells cool, it’s time to prepare the zesty filling. In a medium-sized bowl, combine ¾ cup of lemon curd and ½ cup of marshmallow fluff. Stir these two ingredients together until they are well mixed, creating a luscious and tangy base. Then, fold in 1 cup of thawed whipped topping to give the mixture a light and airy texture. For an extra touch of zing, you can add in 1 tsp of fresh lemon zest, which enhances the overall citrus flavor.
- With your filling prepared and your shells cooled, it’s time to fill those cannoli! Using a piping bag or a resealable plastic bag with the corner snipped off, pipe the lemon filling into each cooled shell. Be generous, allowing the filling to overflow slightly for that indulgent look. Just before serving, lightly dust the filled cannoli with powdered sugar for an elegant touch that brings a hint of sweetness.
Notes
These Zesty Lemon Meringue Pie Cannolis will quickly become your new favorite dessert for several reasons: Unique flavor, textural contrast, easy to make, perfect for any occasion, and elegant presentation.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
Nutrition
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Protein: 3 g