{"id":"68e6380b-499d-4788-99ec-9e8fac8b61d3","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/68e6380b-499d-4788-99ec-9e8fac8b61d3","source_url":"https://snappygourmet.com/cannoli-cream-strawberry-shortcake/","title":"Cannoli Cream Strawberry Shortcake","description":"Delicious dessert with sweet shortcake biscuits, homemade cannoli cream, and sweetened fresh strawberries.","servings":6,"servings_text":"6","prep_time":"PT45M","cook_time":"PT15M","total_time":"PT240M","image_url":"https://snappygourmet.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Cannoli-Cream-Strawberry-Shortcake-6a-wm-e1695671243924.jpg","ingredients":[{"text":"2 pounds fresh strawberries (thinly sliced (about 6 cups))","item":"fresh strawberries (thinly sliced (about 6 cups))","quantity":2,"unit":"lb"},{"text":"1/3 cup granulated sugar","item":"granulated sugar","quantity":0.3333333333333333,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1 teaspoon fresh orange juice","item":"fresh orange juice","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour","item":"all-purpose flour","quantity":3.5,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1/4 cup granulated sugar","item":"granulated sugar","quantity":0.25,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1 Tablespoon baking powder","item":"baking powder","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"3/4 teaspoon salt","item":"salt","quantity":0.75,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1/2 teaspoon baking soda","item":"baking soda","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold & cubed)","item":"unsalted butter","quantity":0.5,"unit":"cup","preparation":"cold & cubed"},{"text":"1 cup buttermilk","item":"buttermilk","quantity":1,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1 large egg","item":"large egg","quantity":1},{"text":"1 teaspoon vanilla extract","item":"vanilla extract","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"(optional) shortcake topping: buttermilk or heavy cream and raw or granulated sugar","item":"(optional) shortcake topping: buttermilk or heavy cream and raw or granulated sugar"},{"text":"1 cup heavy cream (cold)","item":"heavy cream","quantity":1,"unit":"cup","preparation":"cold"},{"text":"15 ounces ricotta cheese ((one container), strained overnight if runny (see notes below))","item":"ricotta cheese ((one container), strained overnight if runny (see notes below))","quantity":15,"unit":"oz"},{"text":"3/4 cup powdered sugar","item":"powdered sugar","quantity":0.75,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1 teaspoon vanilla extract","item":"vanilla extract","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1 teaspoon fresh orange zest","item":"fresh orange zest","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1/4 teaspoon cinnamon","item":"cinnamon","quantity":0.25,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1/2 cup mini chocolate chips","item":"mini chocolate chips","quantity":0.5,"unit":"cup"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"Mix together sliced strawberries, 1/3 cup of granulated sugar, and orange juice in a large bowl or container. Cover and refrigerate for about 3 hours or more until strawberries are soft."},{"number":2,"text":"Meanwhile, preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Place a large mixing bowl and beaters in the freezer (for whipped cream for cannoli cream for later)."},{"number":3,"text":"For shortcakes, whisk together the flour, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda in a large mixing bowl. Cut in cold butter cubes with a pastry cutter (or 2 knives) until small crumbs form."},{"number":4,"text":"In a small bowl whisk together buttermilk, egg, and vanilla until well combined. Mix into flour mixture until dough forms."},{"number":5,"text":"Knead the dough a few times on a lightly floured surface until dough comes together. Form into a rectangle about 9 inches by 6 inches and about 1 inch thick. Cut the dough into 6 equal rectangles (or desired size/shape)."},{"number":6,"text":"Place the shortcakes on the lined baking sheet. Brush the tops with a little buttermilk and sugar if desired."},{"number":7,"text":"Bake shortcakes at 400 degrees F for about 12-15 minutes or until golden brown (adjust baking time as needed if you made shortcakes into smaller sizes). Set on wire rack to cool."},{"number":8,"text":"While shortcakes are baking make cannoli cream. Remove mixing bowl and beaters from freezer. Place cold heavy cream in bowl and beat with electric mixer with cold beaters until stiff peaks just begin to form. Set aside."},{"number":9,"text":"In another mixing bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese (make sure it's thick and/or strained), powdered sugar, vanilla, orange zest, and cinnamon until just combined. Fold in whipped cream and then mini chocolate chips."},{"number":10,"text":"To assemble, split shortcakes in half. Layer shortcakes, strawberries, and cannoli cream as desired. Serve immediately."}],"date_published":"2026-10-30T23:10:27.394869+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-30T23:10:27.394869+00:00"}