{"product_id":"imported-sicilian-cannoli-shells","title":"Imported Sicilian Cannoli Shells | 24 Count | 3 Inch or 5 Inch","description":"\u003csection style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 1100px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 24px; box-sizing: border-box; background: #fcf8ed; color: #4a4a4a; font-family: inherit; font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin: 0 0 12px; font-size: 30px; line-height: 1.25; color: #4a4a4a;\"\u003eImported Sicilian Cannoli Shells | 24 Count\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"display: inline-block; margin: 0 0 18px; padding: 7px 17px; border-radius: 24px; background: #355440; color: #fff; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFree nationwide shipping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA good cannoli needs a shell you can taste through the cream. These imported Sicilian shells are a little thicker and less sweet than our traditional Frank and Sal bakery shells, with a crisp bite that pairs beautifully with our sweet cannoli cream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat balance is what we like about them. You get the crunch of the pastry, then the soft ricotta filling, without the shell adding quite as much sweetness of its own. Choose the 3-inch minis for a dessert tray or the full-size 5-inch shells for a generous cannoli after dinner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom Sicily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Imported Sicilian cannoli shells, packaged by Arancine Siciliane S.r.l. in Agrigento, Sicily, as identified on the producer's label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEvery order contains 24 unfilled shells in your selected size. Cannoli cream and garnishes are sold separately.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 26px 0 8px; font-size: 23px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eChoose Your Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px 18px; margin: 12px 0; border: 1px solid #d9d0bc; border-radius: 8px; background: #fffdf7;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3 Inch Mini Cannoli Shells | 24 Shells | $29.98\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eA good choice when there are cookies, cake, and other sweets on the table. The smaller size lets guests enjoy a cannoli without committing to a full-size pastry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px 18px; margin: 12px 0; border: 1px solid #d9d0bc; border-radius: 8px; background: #fffdf7;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5 Inch Large Cannoli Shells | 24 Shells | $32.98\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eChoose these when cannoli are the main dessert. The larger shell gives you more room for filling and makes a lovely plate with a cup of coffee or espresso.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShell lengths are approximate. Each option is a separate box of 24, not a mixed-size assortment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 26px 0 8px; font-size: 23px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003ePair Them with Our Cannoli Cream\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur \u003ca style=\"color: #355440; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/frankandsal.com\/products\/new-york-fresh-cannoli-cream-6-pounds-frank-and-sal-bakery-four-1-5-lb-pastry-bags\"\u003ehouse-made cannoli cream with chocolate chips\u003c\/a\u003e uses impastata ricotta, a thick, finely textured ricotta suited to pastry filling. It comes in four 1.5-pound pastry bags, 6 pounds total. Thaw the bags you need in the refrigerator and pipe directly into your shells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 26px 0 8px; font-size: 23px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eHow Much Cream Do You Need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing our usual filling estimates, plan on roughly \u003cstrong\u003etwo 1.5-pound bags for 24 mini shells\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003ethree bags for 24 large shells\u003c\/strong\u003e. These are planning estimates: the opening of the shell and how generously you fill it will affect the amount. These imported shells may hold a different amount than our bakery shells, so keep a little extra cream available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 26px 0 8px; font-size: 23px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eHow to Fill Them Without an Empty Middle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col style=\"padding-left: 24px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHave the cream ready.\u003c\/strong\u003e If using our frozen cream, allow about 24 hours to thaw in the refrigerator.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMake a wide enough opening.\u003c\/strong\u003e Snip the pastry bag so the mini chocolate chips can pass through easily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFill from both ends.\u003c\/strong\u003e Pipe toward the middle from one end, turn the shell around, and repeat from the other. Hold the shell gently instead of squeezing it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish just before serving.\u003c\/strong\u003e Leave the ends plain or add chopped pistachios, chocolate chips, or a little candied orange peel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA light dusting of powdered sugar is plenty. Try your first one without it so you can taste how the less-sweet shell works with the cream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 26px 0 8px; font-size: 23px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eStorage: Keep Cool and DRY\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px 18px; margin: 12px 0; border: 2px solid #355440; border-radius: 8px; background: #fffdf7;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKEEP UNFILLED SHELLS COOL AND DRY. DO NOT REFRIGERATE.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eDry storage is especially important. Moisture can soften the pastry and take away its crunch. Keep shells well sealed in their packaging or an airtight container, away from steam, humidity, and heat. A cool, dry cupboard is a good choice. Follow the best-before date on your package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFill close to serving time. Even a thicker shell will gradually soften as it absorbs moisture from the filling. Once filled with ricotta cream, keep cannoli refrigerated until you serve them. For a party, fill a small batch at a time and keep the remaining cream chilled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 26px 0 8px; font-size: 23px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eA Few Helpful Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo they need baking or frying?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. These are finished pastry shells, ready to fill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes less sweet mean sugar-free?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. These shells contain sugar. They taste less sweet than our traditional bakery shells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is in the shells?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe manufacturer's label lists type 00 soft wheat flour, water, sugar, palm oil, cocoa, salt, cinnamon, and vanillin. The shells are fried in palm oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergen information:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contains wheat\/gluten. The manufacturer advises that traces of sesame, almonds, pistachios, eggs, milk and milk derivatives, mustard, lupine, peanuts, and sulfur dioxide may be present. Check the package label before serving anyone with an allergy. Our cannoli cream contains milk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 26px 0 8px; font-size: 23px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eShop Our Cannoli Shells and Cream\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrefer our traditional bakery shells, need a larger quantity, or want to pick out garnishes? 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