- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon cocoa powder (optional, for color)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup (120ml) sweet Marsala wine (or water)
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
For the Cream Filling:
- 1 ½ cups (375g) ricotta cheese (drained)
- ½ cup (60g) powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ cup (45g) mini chocolate chips or chopped pistachios
For Garnishing:
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
- Melted chocolate (for dipping ends, optional)
- Chopped nuts (optional)