Description
Cannoli Cheesecake Bars feature creamy ricotta cheesecake filling with chocolate chips and a buttery crust, perfect Italian dessert bars.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 cups ricotta cheese
1/2 cup mascarpone cheese
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Optional: additional mini chocolate chips or powdered sugar for garnish
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a 9×9-inch pan with parchment paper.
2. Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar; press into pan.
3. Bake crust 8-10 minutes; cool slightly.
4. Beat ricotta, mascarpone, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
5. Add eggs and cinnamon, mix well.
6. Fold in mini chocolate chips.
7. Pour filling over crust and spread evenly.
8. Bake 30-35 minutes until center is set.
9. Cool completely, refrigerate 2 hours.
10. Garnish with chocolate chips or powdered sugar and slice.
Notes
Use full-fat ricotta and mascarpone for creaminess.
Mini chocolate chips distribute best.
Substitute crust with crushed biscotti for Italian flair.
Chill overnight for best slicing.
Add orange zest for a citrusy note.
- Prep Time: PT20M
- Cook Time: PT35M
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian