Cool Cannoli Pudding
Indulge in the rich, creamy decadence of Cool Cannoli Pudding, a no-bake dessert that brings all the classic flavors of traditional cannoli into a quick and effortless recipe. Featuring a luscious blend of ricotta and mascarpone cheese, sweetened with powdered sugar and infused with fragrant vanilla and zesty orange zest, this dessert is irresistibly smooth and packed with Italian-inspired charm. Mini chocolate chips add a delightful crunch, while a whipped cream fold-in creates an airy, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Serve this layered masterpiece over crisp cannoli shell pieces or graham crackers for added texture, and finish with a garnish of chopped pistachios or a sprinkle of cinnamon for a gourmet touch. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep time, Cool Cannoli Pudding is the perfect make-ahead treat for dinner parties, holidays, or any time you're craving a sophisticated yet simple dessert.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Ricotta cheese
- 1 cup Mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 0.5 cup Mini chocolate chips
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream (cold)
- 1 cup Cannoli shell pieces or graham crackers
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Pistachios, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese and mascarpone cheese until smooth and creamy.
Sift the powdered sugar into the cheese mixture and mix until fully incorporated.
Stir in the vanilla extract and orange zest, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
Fold in the mini chocolate chips gently to avoid overmixing.
In a separate chilled bowl, whip the cold heavy cream using a hand or stand mixer with a whisk attachment until stiff peaks form.
Carefully fold the whipped cream into the ricotta and mascarpone mixture, creating a light and airy texture.
If desired, add ground cinnamon for a warm, spiced flavor and fold gently.
In serving cups or bowls, layer the cannoli shell pieces or graham cracker crumbs at the bottom.
Spoon the cannoli pudding mixture over the base layer.
Repeat the layers if desired, finishing with a pudding layer on top.
Garnish with additional mini chocolate chips, chopped pistachios, or a sprinkle of orange zest as desired.
Refrigerate the pudding cups for at least 1-2 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld and the dessert to set.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3766 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 249.3 g | 320% | |
| Saturated Fat | 136.7 g | 683% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 628 mg | 209% | |
| Sodium | 918 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 334.0 g | 121% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.9 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 188.4 g | ||
| Protein | 63.8 g | 128% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1574 mg | 121% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 827 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
