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Colorful plated classic cannoli squares with crispy golden shells filled with rich creamy ricotta filling, topped with chocolate chips and powdered sugar, styled on a rustic white plate with a fork and a sprig of fresh mint.

Delicious Classic Cannoli Squares

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Three-layer Italian dessert featuring crispy cannoli shells filled with sweet ricotta cream and chocolate chips, topped with powdered sugar.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Ingredients

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  • 16 store-bought cannoli shells
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
  • Optional: candied cherries or chopped nuts for topping

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  2. Gently fold in mini chocolate chips.
  3. Fill each cannoli shell with the ricotta mixture using a piping bag or spoon.
  4. Arrange filled cannoli on a serving platter, dust with powdered sugar, and garnish with toppings if desired.
  5. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • For a softer filling, refrigerate the ricotta mixture for 1 hour before filling.
  • You can add chopped pistachios or orange zest for extra flavor variations.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Method: No-bake
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 square
  • Calories: 180 Kcal
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 110mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg