Description
A classic Italian dessert filling, this Cannoli Cream is rich and creamy, perfect for filling pastry shells or enjoying on its own. With the delightful flavors of ricotta and mascarpone, it’s an irresistible treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup ricotta cheese, drained
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon orange zest (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- Chocolate chips or chopped pistachios for garnish
Instructions
- Mix the cheeses: In a large bowl, combine ricotta cheese and mascarpone cheese. Use a hand mixer or whisk to blend until smooth and creamy.
- Sweeten it up: Gradually add powdered sugar to the cheese mixture. Continue mixing until everything is well combined and fluffy.
- Add flavor: Stir in vanilla extract. If desired, add orange zest and cinnamon for extra flavor. Mix until evenly distributed.
- Chill: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate cannoli cream for at least 30 minutes. This helps the flavors meld together.
- Serve: Once chilled, spoon cannoli cream into your favorite pastry shells or serve in bowls. Top with chocolate chips or chopped pistachios.
Notes
For best results, ensure the ricotta cheese is well-drained to avoid a watery texture.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg