Classic Cannoli Squares That Will Wow Your Taste Buds
Indulge in the delightful experience of Classic Cannoli Squares That Will Wow Your Taste Buds! This innovative twist on the beloved Italian dessert features a creamy, luscious ricotta filling layered between two crispy, golden pie crusts. Perfect for family gatherings or casual evenings, these squares are as visually appealing as they are delicious. With a rich blend of flavors from chocolate and pistachios, they’re sure to impress anyone lucky enough to share them. Easy to prepare and customizable to suit your taste, Classic Cannoli Squares are a must-try dessert that will leave everyone craving more!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar (or coconut sugar)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- 2 pre-made pie crusts
- 1 large egg (for egg wash)
- Chopped pistachios and maraschino cherries for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Whisk until smooth.
- Fold in mini chocolate chips.
- Place one pie crust in a baking dish and spread the ricotta mixture evenly over it.
- Top with the second pie crust and gently press down.
- Brush the top crust with beaten egg for a glossy finish.
- Bake for about 35 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool for 30 minutes before slicing into squares and garnishing with chopped pistachios and cherries.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (80g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg