Mini Cannoli Bites (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 1/3 cup of mini chocolate chips, plus extras to garnish.
02 - 1/4 cup mascarpone cheese.
03 - 1 premade pie crust.
04 - 1/3 cup of powdered sugar.
05 - 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
06 - 1/2 cup of whole-milk ricotta, drained well.

# Instructions:

01 - Set your oven to 400°F and let it warm up.
02 - Take the pie crust out of the fridge to soften, carve out 12 rounds using a 2½ inch cutter, nestle them in a mini muffin tray, bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden, then let them cool for about 15 minutes.
03 - Blend the drained ricotta and mascarpone in a bowl, fold in powdered sugar and vanilla, then mix in the chocolate chips.
04 - Spoon the mixture into a piping bag, squeeze it into the cooled shells, sprinkle on extra chips, and lightly dust with powdered sugar.

# Notes:

01 - For the best texture, drain the ricotta.
02 - You can prepare the elements in advance.
03 - Only fill the shells right before eating.
04 - They’re perfect for gatherings.
05 - An easy take on classic cannoli.
06 - Keeps the shells crunchy.