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Cannoli Cheesecake Bars

Decadent Cannoli Cheesecake Bars to Wow Your Guests

These Cannoli Cheesecake Bars beautifully merge creamy cheesecake with classic Italian flavors, creating a delightful dessert sure to impress.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 1/2 cups Graham Cracker Crumbs or biscotti for a unique flavor
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter melted
  • 1/3 cup Granulated Sugar
For the Filling
  • 16 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • 15 oz Ricotta Cheese well-drained
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar or honey
  • 2 large Eggs beaten until pale
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract or almond extract
  • 1 tbsp Orange or Lemon Zest
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup Mini Chocolate Chips dark chocolate is a great substitute
For Garnish
  • 1 tbsp Powdered Sugar for dusting
  • Crushed Pistachios optional

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13-inch baking pan by greasing it.
  2. For the crust, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar until it resembles wet sand. Press into the bottom of the pan and bake for 8 minutes until lightly golden.
  3. For the filling, beat cream cheese until smooth, then add ricotta, powdered sugar, and eggs. Mix in vanilla, zest, and cinnamon.
  4. Gently fold in mini chocolate chips into the cheesecake mixture.
  5. Spread the filling over the cooled crust and bake for 35-40 minutes until slightly jiggly in the center.
  6. Cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  7. Serve by cutting into squares, dust with powdered sugar, and garnish with crushed pistachios if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill overnight for improved flavor and easier slicing. Ensure ricotta is well-drained for best texture.

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