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Colorful display of golden-brown cannoli squares layered with creamy ricotta filling, garnished with chocolate chips and powdered sugar, neatly arranged on a rustic plate with a sprinkle of crushed cannoli shells, set against a soft, blurred background.

Delicious Classic Cannoli Squares

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A delicious and easy-to-make dessert featuring layers of crisp cannoli shell and creamy ricotta filling, topped with chocolate chips and powdered sugar.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 package of pre-made cannoli shells
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  2. Fold in mini chocolate chips gently.
  3. Fill each cannoli shell with the ricotta mixture, then layer on a serving dish to form squares.
  4. Repeat layers as desired, then dust with powdered sugar.
  5. Optional: garnish with additional chocolate chips or crushed cannoli shells.

Notes

  • Ensure ricotta is well-drained to prevent soggy shells.
  • Chill the assembled squares for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.
  • Replace mini chocolate chips with chopped nuts for variation.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Method: No-bake
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 square
  • Calories: 220 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 14 g
  • Sodium: 150 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 22 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 6 g
  • Cholesterol: 35 mg