Medium Cannolo Shells Loose 130 Pcs Carton Div

Medium cannolo shells loose: the crispy base of Sicilian pastry

The loose medium cannolo shells by Div are the empty, ready-to-fill cases that form the base of one of the most iconic desserts in the Sicilian tradition. Produced in Sicily by the Cannolificio Diana Vincenzo "Padre Gioacchino" of Canicattì, these shells arrive already fried, crispy and ready to use: your lab or kitchen only needs to think about the filling and the service. The carton contains 130 medium-size pieces, the most versatile and sought-after format in Swiss food service, perfect for the bar counter as well as the plated dessert at the restaurant.

The medium size represents the right balance between the mignon shell, used for finger food and buffets, and the large display shell: a generous yet not excessive single portion, ideal for modern patisserie, the terrace, catering and the hotel industry. The loose format guarantees maximum operational freedom, letting you take and fill only the pieces needed at the moment of service, while keeping the rest of the carton intact and protected.

What they are and why choose them

The cannolo is born from the meeting of a crispy shell and a creamy filling. The shell — or case — is a thin sheet of dough rolled onto itself to form a hollow cylinder, fried until it reaches that crumbly, golden consistency that is the signature of the dessert. Buying ready-made shells means eliminating the most delicate and costly phase of processing (dough, rolling, frying) and focusing on the added value: the filling and the presentation.

• Medium size: balanced portion, suited to bars, restaurants, catering and hotels.
• 130 pieces per carton: professional format that optimises cost per piece.
• Loose: flexible picking, filled only at the moment for maximum crispiness.
• Sicilian origin: produced by a specialised cannolificio in the heart of Sicily.
• Ready to use: no on-site frying, no managing of oils and equipment.

Filling: ricotta, creams and imagination

The classic filling is the sheep's milk ricotta cream, sieved and sweetened, enriched with dark chocolate chips, candied orange peel or Bronte pistachio crumble. But the neutral shell lends itself to endless interpretations: pastry cream, pistachio cream, gianduia cream, chocolate mousse, chantilly cream or savoury fillings for gourmet proposals and the aperitif. For professional service we recommend filling the cannoli only at the moment of the order, using a piping bag, so as to preserve the crispiness and offer the customer the authentic experience of a freshly assembled Sicilian cannolo.

The traditional finish features the ends decorated with chocolate chips, candied cherries, pistachio crumble or dried fruit, and a dusting of icing sugar. The medium size allows an elegant presentation on the dessert plate, accompanied by a scoop of ice cream, a chocolate sauce or a fruit coulis.

Crispiness and storage

Crispiness is the most important and most fragile quality of a cannolo shell. The fried sheet is naturally hygroscopic: in contact with the moist cream it tends to soften within a few hours. For this reason the loose shells must be stored away from humidity, in a cool, dry place, in their resealed packaging or in airtight containers, away from heat sources and intense odours.

• Store in a cool, dry place, away from light and humidity.
• Carefully reseal the carton after each picking.
• Fill exclusively at the moment of service to guarantee maximum crispiness.
• Do not fill in advance: the cream softens the shell within a few hours.
• Handle with care: the fried sheet is brittle and can chip.

Who this product is for

The loose medium cannolo shells are the ideal choice for bars, patisseries, restaurants, gelaterias, hotels and catering services that want to offer an authentic Sicilian dessert without the burden of in-house production. They allow you to build a high-margin dessert offering, to manage service peaks with speed and to guarantee consistent quality. Thanks to the 130-piece format, the cost per portion remains competitive, while the versatility of the neutral shell opens the way to a sweet menu that can always be renewed according to the season and the chef's creativity.

Logistics and delivery in Switzerland

LAPA supplies food service across the whole of Switzerland with fast and reliable deliveries. We ship the cannolo shells to Zurich, Geneva, Lugano and Basel and to all the main centres of the Confederation, handling fragile products like these shells with care to preserve their integrity during transport. Order from our B2B portal and receive the goods directly in your lab, ready to be filled and served.