Classic Cannoli Squares
Delicious flavors of traditional cannoli in an easy-to-make dessert, combining creamy ricotta cheese with chocolate chips and a crunchy graham cracker crust.
Ingredients
Filling Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk ricotta cheese Use whole milk for creamier texture.
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup chopped pistachios Optional garnish.
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Crust Ingredients
- 1 cup crushed graham crackers
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon. Mix until smooth.
- Stir in the mini chocolate chips and set the mixture aside.
- In another bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers with the melted butter and mix until well-combined.
- Press the graham cracker mixture into the bottom of a greased baking dish to form a crust.
- Spread the ricotta mixture evenly over the crust.
- Garnish with chopped pistachios if you are using them.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Cut into squares and serve chilled.
Notes
Store any leftover squares in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For best flavor and texture, prepare a day in advance and let them chill overnight. You can also wrap squares to freeze for up to a month, thawing them in the fridge before serving.