Ingredients

For the Cannoli Shells:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup full-fat coconut milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Oil for frying (coconut or vegetable oil)

For the Cardamom Cream Filling:

  • 1 cup soaked cashews (soaked for at least 4 hours)
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup coconut cream (chilled)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped pistachios (for garnish)

Instructions

Prepare the cannoli shells by combining the flour, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Mix them well to ensure an even distribution of ingredients. Add the olive oil and coconut milk, along with the vanilla extract. Stir until the mixture forms a smooth dough.

Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes until it becomes elastic. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest for 30 minutes at room temperature.

Roll out the dough into a thin sheet, about 1/8 inch thick. Cut out circles using a round cutter (about 4 inches in diameter).

To shape the cannoli, wrap each circle around a metal cannoli tube, sealing the edges with a bit of water.

Heat the oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Once hot, gently slide the cannoli tubes into the oil and fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Carefully remove them from the oil and let them cool on a paper towel. Once cooled, slide the shells off the tubes.

For the filling, drain and rinse the soaked cashews. In a blender, combine cashews, maple syrup, coconut cream, ground cardamom, vanilla extract, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.

Using a piping bag or a spoon, fill the cooled cannoli shells with the cardamom cream filling.

Sprinkle the ends of the filled cannoli with chopped pistachios for a delightful crunch and garnish.

Serve immediately for the best texture, or refrigerate for a couple of hours to let the flavors meld. Enjoy your innovative vegan pistachio cannoli with cardamom cream!