Description
This cannoli dip is everything you love about the classic Italian pastry but in a quick, no-fuss form. It’s creamy, lightly sweet, and studded with chocolate chips, perfect for scooping up with waffle cones, graham crackers, or fresh fruit. With just a handful of ingredients and under 15 minutes of prep, you can create a dessert that feels decadent yet effortless. It’s ideal for parties, holidays, or anytime you want a taste of Italy without the hassle of frying pastry shells. Chill it before serving for the best flavor and texture, and watch it disappear as everyone digs in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup ricotta cheese, well drained
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips, plus more for garnish
Instructions
- Drain ricotta cheese by blotting with paper towels or straining to remove excess liquid.
- In a mixing bowl, beat ricotta and mascarpone together until smooth.
- Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Beat until fully combined.
- Gently fold in mini chocolate chips.
- Transfer to a serving bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Garnish with extra chocolate chips or powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- Drain ricotta well for the best texture.
- Adjust sweetness by adding more or less powdered sugar.
- For added flavor, try mixing in orange zest or cinnamon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake, mixing
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg