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Classic Cannoli Squares – Easy Italian Dessert Bars

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Enjoy these Classic Cannoli Squares featuring a buttery crust, creamy ricotta filling, and mini chocolate chips. An easy Italian-inspired dessert perfect for parties and holidays!

Ingredients

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For the Crust

2 cups(200 g) graham cracker crumbs

1/2 cup(115 g) unsalted butter, melted

2 tablespoonsgranulated sugar

For the Cannoli Filling

15 oz(425 g) whole-milk ricotta cheese, well drained

8 oz(225 g) cream cheese, softened

3/4 cup(90 g) powdered sugar

1 teaspoonvanilla extract

1/2 teaspoonground cinnamon

1/2 cup(85 g) mini chocolate chips

1/4 cupchopped pistachios (optional)

For the Topping

2 tablespoonsmini chocolate chips

2 tablespoonschopped pistachios

Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions

For the Crust

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.

  • Combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar in a mixing bowl.

  • Stir until the crumbs are evenly coated and resemble wet sand.

  • Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.

  • Bake for 8–10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let cool slightly.

For the Cannoli Filling

  • In a large mixing bowl, beat the drained ricotta cheese and softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.

  • Add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon. Mix until fully combined.

  • Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips and chopped pistachios.

  • Spread the cannoli filling evenly over the cooled crust.

  • Sprinkle the remaining mini chocolate chips and chopped pistachios over the top.

  • Bake for 20–25 minutes, until the edges are set and the center is slightly firm.

  • Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely.

  • Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to help the filling set.

  • Lift the dessert out of the pan using the parchment paper.

  • Dust with powdered sugar, cut into 16 squares, and serve chilled.

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