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Lemon Meringue Pie Cannoli

Lemon Meringue Pie Cannoli: A Dreamy No-Bake Delight

Lemon Meringue Pie Cannoli are a refreshing no-bake dessert that combines crispy shells with zesty lemon curd and fluffy whipped cream.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 cannoli
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cannoli
  • 12 Cannoli Shells Use unsweetened, store-bought shells
  • 1 cup Lemon Curd Can substitute with other curds like raspberry
For the Whipped Cream Topping
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Ensure it’s cold
  • 2 tablespoons Powdered Sugar Adds sweetness without grittiness
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor
For Garnishing
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest For aromatic notes
  • 12 Lemon Slices Optional for decoration

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • Piping Bag
  • Platter

Method
 

Step‑By‑Step Instructions
  1. Chill a mixing bowl in the freezer for about 10 minutes.
  2. Add cold heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract to the bowl. Whip on medium speed until soft peaks form (2-3 minutes).
  3. Inspect and arrange cannoli shells on a large platter.
  4. Fill the bottom half of each cannoli shell with lemon curd using a spoon or piping bag.
  5. Swirl whipped cream on top of the lemon curd in each cannoli shell.
  6. Dust with powdered sugar and sprinkle lemon zest over the top. Optionally, add a lemon slice as garnish.
  7. Refrigerate filled cannoli for about 15 minutes to let flavors meld and to maintain cream fluffiness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cannoliCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

To maintain cannoli's crispy texture, fill them just before serving.

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