Cannoli Dip
A rich and creamy dessert dip inspired by the classic Italian cannoli, made with ricotta, cream cheese, vanilla, and mini chocolate chips. This no-bake treat delivers all the indulgent flavor of cannoli filling in minutes—perfect for parties or quick desserts.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: About 4 cups (8–10 servings)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
8 oz cream cheese or plant-based alternative, softened
16 oz ricotta cheese or vegan ricotta
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar or erythritol
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (or more as desired)
Instructions
- Allow the cream cheese to come to room temperature for easier mixing.
- In a stand mixer, food processor, or with hand beaters, blend cream cheese, ricotta, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in mini chocolate chips by hand until evenly distributed.
- Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and dust lightly with powdered sugar, if desired.
- Serve chilled with pizzelle cookies, graham crackers, or fresh fruit for dipping.
Notes
Add orange zest or almond extract for a flavor twist.
Use part-skim or vegan ricotta for a lighter or plant-based version.
Fold in crushed cannoli shells, pistachios, or toasted nuts for added texture.
Top with extra chocolate chips or cocoa powder for presentation.
Store in the refrigerator up to one week; do not freeze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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