cannoli

Also known as sicilian cannolo

thumb|Cannoli with chopped pistachios and candied cherries Cannoli are Sicilian pastries consisting of a tube-shaped shell of fried pastry dough, filled with a sweet and creamy filling containing ricotta cheese. Their size ranges from . In mainland Italy, the food is commonly known as ().

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Key facts

Food.name: Cannoli
Food.image: Cannoli siciliani al Caffè Impero, ad Alcamo.jpg
Food.image_size: 250px
Food.caption: Cannoli topped with candied fruit and chocolate chips sprinkled with confectioners' sugar
Food.alternate_name: (Italian singular form), (Italian singular form)
Food.country

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In culinary traditions across Sicily, regional variations in cannoli fillings reflect local preferences and ingredient availability. In Palermo, cannoli are decorated with candied orange zest, adding a citrusy sweetness to the ricotta filling. In Catania, chopped pistachios are favored, adding a distinctive nutty flavor and texture. Ramacca is known for its purple artichokes, which also feature as filling in some cannoli recipes.