Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 12 pre-made cannoli shells
- 1 cup lemon curd (homemade or store-bought)
- 3 large egg whites
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Gently fill each cannoli shell with lemon curd using a piping bag or spoon. Set aside.
- In a clean, dry bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add sugar and vanilla extract, beating until stiff, glossy peaks form.
- Pipe or spoon meringue onto the filled cannolis. Use a kitchen torch to lightly toast the meringue.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.