Description
A creamy and indulgent Italian-style dip that captures the flavors of traditional cannoli without the fuss, perfect for sharing at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups whole-milk ricotta (well drained)
- ½ cup mascarpone (or 4 oz cream cheese if needed)
- ½ – ¾ cup powdered sugar (sifted)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon orange zest (optional but recommended)
- Pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg (optional)
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips (plus extra for topping)
- Broken cannoli shells
- Pizzelle
- Waffle cones or waffle cookies
- Biscotti
- Strawberries or sliced fruit
Instructions
- Drain the ricotta.
- Whip the cheeses until smooth and creamy.
- Add sweetness and flavor by incorporating powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and orange zest.
- Fold in chocolate chips gently.
- Taste the mixture and adjust flavors as necessary.
- Chill the dip in the refrigerator before serving.
Notes
For people with diabetes, consider using stevia or monk fruit as sugar substitutes. Make ahead for better flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg