Cannoli Dip
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5
Cannoli Dip
Description
The Cannoli Dip combines whole milk ricotta and mascarpone cheeses whipped together until smooth, then sweetened with powdered sugar and flavored with vanilla extract. Miniature chocolate chips mixed in and sprinkled on top introduce a pleasant, familiar crunch reminiscent of cannoli shells. The dip’s creamy texture contrasts nicely with crisp dippers such as pieces of waffle cones, cannoli shells, or fresh strawberries, offering variety in taste and texture.
This dip is assembled by beating the cheeses and sugar until well-blended, then folding in most of the chocolate chips before transferring to a serving bowl. It requires no baking, making it a practical choice for easy dessert preparation. Pairing it with different dippers allows customization depending on preference, whether for a light fruity touch or traditional wafer crispness.
Serving this dip chilled ensures it maintains its creamy consistency and balances the sweetness. It can be a convenient and casual dessert for gatherings, allowing guests to spoon it onto their preferred dippers for easy enjoyment.
Ingredients
- 15 ounce tub ricotta cheese I prefer whole milk
- 8 ounces mascarpone cheese softened, cream cheese is also fine
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 1/4 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup miniature chocolate chips divided use
- COOKIE dippers, such as
- waffle cone pieces
- cannoli shells
- strawberry
Instructions
- Place the ricotta and mascarpone cheeses in the bowl of a mixer. Beat at medium speed for 1-2 minutes or until smooth and well combined.
- Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the bowl. Beat at low speed until combined.
- Stir in 3/4 cup of the chocolate chips.
- Spoon the dip into a serving bowl. Top with the rest of the chocolate chips, then serve with assorted dippers.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 238 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 238kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 32g | 11% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Cholesterol | 47mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 61mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 45mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 29g | 58% |
| Vitamin A | 547IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 141mg | 14% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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