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Classic Cannoli Squares cut into perfect golden-brown squares showing creamy ricotta filling with chocolate chips, garnished with pistachios and powdered sugar on white plate
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Easy Cannoli Squares Recipe - Italian Dessert Without the Fuss

Classic Cannoli Squares capture all the beloved Italian cannoli flavors in a simplified, shareable dessert format with creamy ricotta filling, chocolate chips, and buttery crust – no specialized equipment required.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Servings: 9 squares
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups Ricotta Cheese
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup Mini Chocolate Chips
  • 2 pre-made pie crusts
  • 1 large Egg
  • Sugar for sprinkling
  • Optional: 1/4 cup Chopped Pistachios
  • Optional: 3 Maraschino Cherries
  • Optional: 1/4 cup Extra Chocolate Chips

Method
 

  1. Combine ricotta, powdered sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and mini chocolate chips in a bowl. Mix until smooth.
  2. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
  3. Press one pie crust into the dish, allowing slight overhang.
  4. Spread ricotta mixture evenly over crust, leaving 1/2-inch border.
  5. Place second crust on top, trim excess, and crimp edges with a fork.
  6. Brush with beaten egg, sprinkle with sugar, and cut small steam vents.
  7. Bake 30-35 minutes until golden brown. Filling should be set but slightly jiggly.
  8. Cool at least 30 minutes before cutting into squares.

Notes

Do not overmix ricotta filling. Allow proper cooling before slicing for clean, professional results.