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Cannoli Cheesecake Bars

Irresistible Cannoli Cheesecake Bars that Wow Every Crowd

Delightful Cannoli Cheesecake Bars featuring creamy ricotta and luxurious cream cheese in a buttery crust.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 1/2 cups Graham Cracker Crumbs Can swap with biscotti
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Ensure melted
  • 2 tbsp Granulated Sugar Reduce for less sweetness
For the Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened, full-fat preferred
  • 1 1/2 cups Ricotta Cheese Well-drained
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Sugar-free optional
  • 2 large Eggs Important for structural integrity
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Pure vanilla recommended
  • 1 tsp Orange or Lemon Zest For a bright flavor
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Cinnamon Optional
  • 1 cup Mini Chocolate Chips Dark chocolate is an alternative
For Serving
  • Powdered Sugar For dusting
  • Crushed Pistachios Optional topping

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • spatula
  • sharp knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted unsalted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix until crumbly. Press into a greased baking dish.
  3. Bake crust for 8 minutes. Let it cool.
  4. In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add ricotta, powdered sugar, eggs, vanilla, zest, and cinnamon. Mix until smooth.
  5. Fold in mini chocolate chips gently.
  6. Pour filling over cooled crust. Bake for 35-40 minutes until slightly jiggly in the center.
  7. Cool at room temperature then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  8. Slice into bars, dust with powdered sugar, and sprinkle with crushed pistachios before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 600IUCalcium: 80mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure to drain ricotta well and chill bars overnight for best results. Use full-fat ingredients for an indulgent taste.

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