Classic Cannoli Squares: Easy Indulgence for Homemade Treats
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Classic Cannoli Squares, an easy homemade dessert that brings the taste of traditional cannoli into a simple square format.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 squares 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1 package pre-made pastry dough
- 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Roll out the pastry dough and place it in a greased baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix the ricotta, mascarpone, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Fold in the mini chocolate chips.
- Spread the cheese mixture evenly over the pastry dough.
- Cut the remaining dough into strips and create a lattice pattern on top.
- Brush the dough with the beaten egg.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool, slice, and serve.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of orange zest to the filling.
- These squares are best served chilled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Classic Cannoli Squares, homemade treats, cannoli dessert