Classic Cannoli Squares: Easy Recipe for Homemade Indulgence
Indulge in the delightful flavors of classic cannoli with these easy-to-make cannoli squares, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1 package graham crackers
- 1/4 cup chopped pistachios for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In another bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then gently fold into the ricotta mixture.
- Stir in mini chocolate chips.
- Layer graham crackers in a dish, then spread half of the cannoli mixture over the top.
- Add another layer of graham crackers and top with the remaining cannoli mixture.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Before serving, garnish with chopped pistachios.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use whole milk ricotta.
- Experiment with different types of chocolate chips like dark or white chocolate.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Classic Cannoli Squares