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Colorful and inviting dessert image featuring golden-brown cannoli squares filled with creamy ricotta mixture, topped with powdered sugar and chocolate chips, arranged elegantly on a rustic white plate with a backdrop of fresh ingredients and a wooden table surface.

Delicious Classic Cannoli Squares

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A rich and flavorful Italian-inspired dessert featuring crispy edges and a smooth ricotta filling, topped with chocolate chips and powdered sugar.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12 squares

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 package of puff pastry or shortbread crust
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. Cut the puff pastry into squares and fit into the baking dish, pressing gently to form a crust.
  3. Bake the crust for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Mix ricotta, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  5. Once crust cools slightly, spread the ricotta mixture evenly over the crust.
  6. Sprinkle mini chocolate chips on top.
  7. Bake for an additional 10 minutes until the filling is set.
  8. Allow to cool, then dust with powdered sugar before slicing into squares.

Notes

  • Ensure the crust is baked thoroughly for a crispy texture.
  • You can add a splash of lemon or orange zest to the ricotta filling for extra flavor.
  • Serve chilled or at room temperature for the best taste.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 square
  • Calories: 180 Kcal
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 75mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg