Description
Delicious and easy-to-make cannoli squares filled with a rich ricotta filling and topped with a flaky crust.
Ingredients
2 cups Ricotta Cheese (preferably whole milk)
1 cup Powdered Sugar (or coconut sugar)
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (preferably pure)
1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon (optional)
1/2 cup Mini Chocolate Chips
2 pre-made pie crusts (or homemade)
1 large Egg (for egg wash)
Sugar (for sprinkling)
1/4 cup Chopped Pistachios (for garnish)
3 pieces Maraschino Cherries (for garnish)
1/4 cup Extra Chocolate Chips (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of ricotta cheese, 1 cup of powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, ½ teaspoon of cinnamon, and ½ cup of mini chocolate chips. Whisk until smooth.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Unroll one pre-made pie crust and fit it into a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- Spoon the ricotta mixture over the pie crust evenly.
- Place the second pie crust over the filling, sealing the edges. Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle with sugar.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool for at least 30 minutes before cutting into squares.
Notes
- For a richer filling, use whole milk ricotta.
- You can substitute powdered sugar with coconut sugar for a healthier option.
- Feel free to omit cinnamon for a traditional cannoli flavor.
- Garnishes can be adjusted according to personal taste.
- Category: Desssert
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 180kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Classic Cannoli Squares