Cannoli Cheesecake
Indulge in the rich flavors of cannoli cheesecake, a delightful dessert that perfectly marries the creamy texture of cheesecake with the crispy charm of traditional cannoli. Each slice is a feast for the senses, featuring sweet ricotta and chocolate chips nestled in a buttery graham cracker crust. Ideal for any celebration or a cozy night in, this dessert is sure to impress your friends and family alike.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups whole milk ricotta cheese, drained
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips
- 3 large eggs, at room temperature
- Chopped pistachios (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until moistened. Press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In another bowl, beat ricotta and cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and vanilla; mix until combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips and add eggs one at a time, mixing gently until just incorporated.
- Pour filling over crust and bake for 50-60 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Allow to cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least four hours or overnight.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: - For added crunch, consider folding in chopped pistachios or drizzling melted chocolate on top before serving. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.