Description
This Easy Cannoli Cheesecake combines the creamy richness of a traditional cheesecake with the irresistible flavors of a classic cannoli. Packed with ricotta, mini chocolate chips, and a hint of citrus and spice, it’s a crowd-pleasing dessert that’s surprisingly simple to make.
Ingredients
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup granulated sugar
24 oz cream cheese, softened
15 oz ricotta cheese
1 cup powdered sugar
1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon orange zest
3 large eggs
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Press into a 9-inch springform pan and bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.
2. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add ricotta, powdered sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and orange zest. Mix until creamy.
3. Fold in mini chocolate chips. Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently until just combined.
4. Pour mixture over crust. Bake 50–60 minutes, until center is just set. Turn off oven, crack door, and cool for 1 hour.
5. Chill in fridge for at least 4 hours or overnight. Garnish with chocolate chips or powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter.
Do not overmix once eggs are added to prevent cracks.
Chill overnight for best flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: cannoli cheesecake, ricotta dessert, easy cheesecake