Description
This easy cannoli dip, named ‘Pistachio Sprinkle Bowl,’ offers the sweet, creamy flavors of traditional cannoli without the fuss of frying. It’s a quick, family-friendly dessert perfect for parties or busy weeknights, featuring ricotta, mascarpone, chocolate chips, and pistachios.
Ingredients
Scale
- 15 oz (425g) fresh ricotta cheese, whole milk, well-drained
- 8 oz (226g) mascarpone cheese
- 0.5 cup (60g) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract, pure
- 0.5 cup (85g) mini chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon orange zest, from 0.5 orange (optional)
- 0.5 cup (60g) roasted, shelled pistachios, chopped
Instructions
- Combine and Beat Wet Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the well-drained ricotta, mascarpone, powdered sugar, and vanilla. Beat on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until smooth, light, and fluffy, scraping down the sides periodically.
- Fold In Add-ins: Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips and orange zest until evenly distributed, avoiding overmixing.
- Chill the Dip: Cover the bowl and chill the dip in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours, to meld flavors and firm up the texture.
- Spoon into Serving Bowl: Transfer the chilled, creamy dip into your favorite serving bowl, smoothing the top.
- Generously Sprinkle Pistachios: Liberally sprinkle the chopped roasted pistachios over the entire surface of the dip.
- Arrange Dippers: Thoughtfully arrange your chosen dippers around the bowl for serving.
Notes
Ensure ricotta is well-drained to prevent a thin dip; chilling longer (up to 4 hours) can help if it’s too thin. For a lighter version, use part-skim ricotta and less sugar. For extra richness, add 1-2 tablespoons heavy cream. If ricotta is grainy, blend it separately in a food processor first. Dairy-free and sugar alternatives are also possible.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake, Chilling
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 0.25 cup (70 g)
- Calories: 220 calories
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
Keywords: cannoli dip, easy dessert, pistachio, chocolate, no-bake, party food, mascarpone, ricotta, sweet, quick