Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 300kcal
Cost: 15
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Electric mixer or whisk
- Spatula
- 9-inch pie pan
- Measuring cup and spoons
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1.5 cups whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon almond extract
- zest of 1 orange
- 0.5 cups mini chocolate chips
- 1 cup heavy whipped cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar.
- Press the mixture firmly into a 9-inch pie pan to form the crust.
- Bake the crust in the oven for 8 to 10 minutes until golden brown.
- In a large bowl, whisk together ricotta and mascarpone until smooth.
- Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, almond extract, and orange zest, blending well.
- Fold in mini chocolate chips and cover the filling, then chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
- Spread the chilled cannoli cream evenly over the cooled crust.
- Dollop and spread the whipped cream on top.
- Sprinkle mini chocolate chips, orange zest, or maraschino cherries over the pie.
- Chill the pie in the fridge for at least one hour before slicing.
Notes
This pie is easy to make and perfect for sharing. Use high-quality ricotta for the best texture and chill thoroughly before serving for clean slices. Enjoy this delightful Italian dessert with friends and family
Nutrition
Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 180mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 8IU | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 5mg
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