It calls for alcohol in the recipe for cannoli shell. What can I use instead?

Thank you,
Mendy

Hi Mendy,

You can use a little vanilla or any pure flavoring oil, such as orange oil, lemon oil or almond oil. It won't have the same taste as the traditional cannoli shell but that doesn't mean it won't be good! Be sure to use any flavoring oils very sparingly (just a few drops) - a little goes a long way.

-- CM

You can purchase pre-made shells. That is the bulk of the work here. I add some mini chocolate chips after mixing it. Also, do not fill the shells until the very last minute before serving. If you fill them in advance, the shells get soggy. This was even true of my mother's home made shells.

How long does Ricotta Cream for cannoli keep in the refrigerator before it spoils? Can I make it the week before? Can it also be frozen without changing the consistency of the ricotta cream?