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Lemon Meringue Pie Cannoli

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These Lemon Meringue Pie Cannoli combine flaky, golden puff pastry shells with a luscious, tangy lemon meringue filling. Crisp on the outside and creamy inside, they make a stunning handheld dessert perfect for brunch or celebrations. Finished with a dusting of powdered sugar and a drizzle of lemon curd, these cannoli deliver a perfect balance of textures and bright citrus flavor.

Ingredients

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For the Cannoli Shells:

  • 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)

  • 1 egg (beaten, for sealing)

  • Powdered sugar (for dusting)

For the Lemon Meringue Filling:

  • 200 ml heavy cream

  • 100 g lemon curd

  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest

  • 1 tablespoon powdered sugar

  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

  • Optional: toasted meringue bits or crushed graham crackers for garnish

For Garnish:

  • Extra lemon curd drizzle

  • Powdered sugar

  • Lemon wedges or candied lemon peel

Instructions

  1. Prep the Shells:
    Preheat oven to 200°C (390°F). Cut puff pastry into strips and wrap around cannoli molds. Seal edges with beaten egg.

  2. Bake Golden:
    Place molds seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking tray. Bake 15–18 minutes until puffed and golden. Let cool, then carefully slide shells off molds.

  3. Whip the Filling:
    In a chilled bowl, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form. Gently fold in lemon curd and lemon zest.

  4. Chill the Filling:
    Refrigerate for 20–30 minutes to firm up before piping.

  5. Fill the Cannoli:
    Pipe the lemon meringue filling into both ends of each pastry shell, using a star tip for a decorative finish.

  6. Garnish:
    Drizzle with lemon curd, dust with powdered sugar, and decorate with lemon wedges or candied peel. Optionally sprinkle toasted meringue bits or crushed graham crackers.

Notes

  • Puff pastry can be made ahead or store-bought for convenience.

  • Handle the shells gently—they’re delicate once baked.

  • For a vegan version, use coconut cream and vegan puff pastry.

Find it online: http://maicook.com/lemon-meringue-pie-cannoli/