Easy Cannoli Dip
This sweet and creamy dip captures all the classic flavors of a traditional cannoli without the fuss of frying shells.
recipesbynani.comIf you love cannoli as much as I do, you are going to adore this simple dip. It uses fresh ricotta cheese and sweet cream to create a filling that tastes just like the real deal from a bakery.
My biggest tip is to make sure you drain your ricotta cheese well before mixing. If there is too much liquid, your dip will turn out runny, so let it sit in a strainer for a little while first.
🧺 Ingredients
- 15 ounces whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- Waffle cookies or broken cannoli shells for serving
👩🍳Instructions
- 1
Place the ricotta cheese in a fine mesh strainer over a bowl and let it drain in the refrigerator for about an hour to remove excess moisture.
- 2
Transfer the drained ricotta to a large mixing bowl and add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon.
- 3
Use a whisk or electric mixer to beat the mixture until it is smooth and creamy.
- 4
Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips using a spatula.
- 5
Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least thirty minutes before serving with waffle cookies or broken cannoli shells.
💡 Tips
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days. This dip tastes even better after the flavors have had time to meld in the fridge for an hour. Serve with fruit like strawberries for a lighter option.
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