Cannoli
Cannoli are a classic Sicilian pastry featuring a crispy, tube-shaped shell made from flour, sugar, and fat, traditionally fried and then filled with a sweet, creamy ricotta cheese mixture often flavored with vanilla, citrus, or chocolate. Originating in Sicily, Italy, they are a beloved dessert enjoyed worldwide, especially during celebrations like Carnival.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Cannoli are high in carbohydrates and fat, with the fried shell and creamy ricotta filling contributing significantly to their calorie content. A typical serving provides a good amount of calcium and protein from the ricotta, but is generally indulgent, with around 300-400 calories per piece depending on size and ingredients.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 280 kcal |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Carbs | 32 g |
| Fat | 16 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 18 g |
| Sodium | 120 mg |
| Calcium | 80 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Phosphorus | 95 mg |
| Vitamin A | 120 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.3 mcg |
| Magnesium | 15 mg |
| Zinc | 0.6 mg |
Per 1 medium cannoli (approx. 85 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, cannoli are a symbol of Sicilian heritage and are often associated with festive occasions, with their shape sometimes linked to historical or symbolic meanings. Nutritionally, the use of ricotta offers a source of probiotics and calcium, though the overall dish is more of a treat than a health food.
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