Decadent Cannoli Dip: Your No-Bake Italian Dessert Bliss

Experience the delightful Cannoli Dip, a no-bake twist on the classic Italian dessert, perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 15

Chilling Time 1

Total Time 1 15

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

1.5 cups Ricotta Cheese well-drained
0.5 cups Mascarpone Cheese softened

For Sweetness and Flavor

0.5 cups Powdered Sugar adjust based on saltiness of ricotta
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
0.5 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
1 tablespoon Orange Zest optional

For Texture and Crunch

0.33 cups Mini Chocolate Chips
1 pinch Sea Salt

Equipment

fine-mesh strainer
mixing bowl
Spatula
Electric mixer

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Prepare Ricotta by draining 1½ cups of ricotta cheese in a fine-mesh strainer for 10–30 minutes.
Whip Mascarpone by adding ½ cup of mascarpone cheese in a mixing bowl and whipping it on medium speed for about 1 minute.
Mix Ingredients by combining the drained ricotta with the whipped mascarpone until smooth and creamy.
Incorporate Sweeteners and Spices by stirring in ½ cup of powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and ½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
Combine with Chocolate Chips by gently folding in ⅓ cup of mini chocolate chips into the mixture.
Chill Before Serving by transferring the Cannoli Dip to a serving bowl and chilling it in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.5cupsCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Refrigerate the dip for at least an hour before serving to allow flavors to meld beautifully. Serve with a variety of dippers like fruits, biscotti, or graham crackers.

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