Description
Indulge in the creamy, decadent goodness of this Cannoli Cream Pie that brings together the classic flavors of a cannoli in a delightful no-bake dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Crust:
- 1 pre-made graham cracker or vanilla wafer pie crust (9-inch)
Cream Filling:
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk ricotta cheese (drained)
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup chopped pistachios (optional)
Topping:
- whipped cream for topping (optional)
- extra chocolate chips or chopped pistachios for garnish
Instructions
- Mix Cream Filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, mascarpone, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Beat until smooth and creamy.
- Add Mix-Ins: Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips and optional chopped pistachios.
- Fill Pie Crust: Spoon the filling into the prepared pie crust and smooth the top.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until set.
- Top and Serve: Just before serving, top with whipped cream and sprinkle with extra chocolate chips or pistachios for garnish. Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
- For best texture, drain the ricotta overnight in cheesecloth or a fine mesh strainer.
- You can also use a chocolate cookie crust for a richer flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
