Description
Enjoy the flavors of traditional cannoli in a simplified and easy-to-make square form, featuring flaky phyllo and a creamy ricotta filling.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package of phyllo dough
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup chopped pistachios (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Confectioners’ sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out the phyllo dough and layer several sheets, brushing melted butter between each sheet.
- Cut the layered phyllo into squares and place them in a greased baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, mascarpone, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and mini chocolate chips until smooth.
- Fill the phyllo squares with the ricotta mixture.
- Fold over the edges of the phyllo to cover the filling.
- Brush the tops with an egg wash.
- Bake for about 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool, then dust with confectioners’ sugar before serving.
Notes
Keep the phyllo cold until ready to use and cover with a damp towel while working.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: cannoli, dessert, Italian, phyllo, ricotta, easy dessert, chocolate chips