Description
Craving something sweet, zesty, and unforgettable? This Zesty Lemon Meringue Pie Cannoli recipe combines the crispness of traditional Italian cannoli with the refreshing tartness of lemon meringue pie. It’s a no-bake, easy recipe perfect for quick breakfast treats, elegant dessert platters, or delightful summer snack ideas. Whether you’re hosting a brunch or need dinner ideas with a twist, this dish will brighten any table and impress your guests.
Ingredients
8 cannoli shells
1 cup lemon curd
1 cup mascarpone cheese
1 cup whipped cream
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon lemon zest
Lemon slices and whipped topping for garnish (optional)
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine mascarpone cheese, lemon curd, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.
2. Gently fold in whipped cream until mixture is smooth and airy.
3. Chill the lemon filling in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
4. Transfer the filling to a piping bag with a large tip.
5. Carefully pipe filling into both ends of each cannoli shell.
6. Top with whipped cream, a sprinkle of lemon zest, and powdered sugar.
7. Garnish with lemon slices for a beautiful finish.
8. Serve immediately for maximum crispiness.
Notes
Use cold whipped cream and mascarpone to keep the filling firm.
Do not fill cannoli more than 1 hour in advance to avoid sogginess.
Store filling and shells separately for best texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cannoli
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: lemon dessert, summer dessert, easy cannoli, lemon meringue, quick dessert