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Easy No-Bake Cannoli Cake

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A creamy Italian dessert delight that combines whipped ricotta and cream cheese with chocolate chips and crunchy cannoli shells, assembled without baking and chilled to perfection.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups whole milk ricotta cheese (about 450g)
  • 4 ounces softened cream cheese (115g)
  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar (90g)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (90g), semi-sweet or dark
  • About 12 cannoli shells, crushed into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (120ml), whipped to soft peaks (optional)

Instructions

  1. Crush the cannoli shells into bite-sized pieces, reserving about 1/3 cup (40g) for garnish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ricotta cheese and softened cream cheese. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon to the ricotta mixture. Beat until fully incorporated and fluffy.
  4. Gently fold in mini chocolate chips and all but the reserved crushed cannoli shells using a spatula.
  5. Optional: In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream to soft peaks and fold into the ricotta mixture for a lighter texture.
  6. Spread half of the ricotta mixture evenly into a 9×9-inch (23×23 cm) dish. Sprinkle half of the reserved crushed cannoli shells over the top. Repeat with remaining ricotta mixture and finish with the last of the shells as garnish.
  7. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  8. Slice into squares and serve chilled. Optionally dust with powdered sugar or drizzle melted chocolate before serving.

Notes

Do not overmix the ricotta and cream cheese to avoid a runny texture. Use fresh, high-quality ricotta and consider draining it overnight for a firmer filling. Crush cannoli shells to a mix of small crumbs and larger chunks for texture. Chill the cake for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results. If filling is loose after chilling, drain ricotta overnight to remove excess moisture. Folding chocolate chips in last prevents melting.

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