Description
Italian Cannoli Cream Pie is a rich and creamy dessert inspired by classic cannoli filling, featuring a sweet ricotta-mascarpone cream studded with chocolate chips in a crisp pie crust and finished with a touch of citrus.
Ingredients
- 1 pre-made pie crust (graham cracker or pastry, 9-inch)
- 1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese, drained
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon orange zest
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- Optional: chopped pistachios for topping
Instructions
- If using a pastry crust, bake according to package instructions and let cool completely.
- In a large bowl, beat ricotta and mascarpone until smooth and creamy.
- Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and orange zest; mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream to stiff peaks.
- Gently fold whipped cream into the ricotta mixture.
- Fold in mini chocolate chips.
- Spoon filling into the prepared pie crust and smooth the top.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until fully set.
- Garnish with chopped pistachios before serving, if desired.
Notes
- Drain ricotta well to avoid a watery filling.
- Mascarpone adds extra richness but cream cheese can be substituted.
- Best served chilled.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Italian