Description
Cannoli Dip is a delightful twist on the classic Italian dessert, encapsulating the rich, creamy flavors of traditional cannoli in a fun and shareable format. This easy-to-make no-bake dip combines ricotta and mascarpone cheeses with sweeteners and chocolate chips, creating a luscious treat that’s perfect for any gathering. Whether you’re hosting a party or enjoying a cozy night in, this versatile dip pairs beautifully with cookies, fruits, or even broken cannoli shells, making it the ultimate crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 15 ounces ricotta cheese (drained)
- 8 ounces mascarpone cheese
- 1 ¼ cup powdered sugar (sifted)
- 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- ¾ cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta and mascarpone cheeses. Use a hand mixer on medium-high speed to blend until smooth.
- Gradually add sifted powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing on low speed until fully incorporated.
- Gently fold in all but two tablespoons of the chocolate chips.
- Cover with plastic wrap and chill for at least one hour before serving.
- Before serving, sprinkle reserved chocolate chips on top and pair with your choice of dippers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/10th of the dip (approximately 75g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg