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Best Cannoli Pie Recipe

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Best Cannoli Pie is a decadent Italian-inspired dessert featuring a creamy sweet ricotta and cream cheese filling mixed with mini chocolate chips, set inside a buttery homemade pie crust. Topped with rich chocolate ganache and freshly whipped cream, this pie beautifully captures the classic flavors of cannoli in an easy-to-serve pie form.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 60 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

Homemade Pie Crust

  • See recipe in notes section

Cannoli Pie Filling

  • (2) 8-ounce packages Cream Cheese, slightly softened
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups Heavy Cream
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract or Paste
  • 1 teaspoon Orange Zest
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1 to 1 1/2 cups Mini Chocolate Chips

Chocolate Ganache

  • 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate
  • 3 Tablespoons Heavy Cream

Whipped Cream

  • 1 1/2 cups Heavy Cream
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar

Garnish

  • Mini Chocolate Chips
  • Cannolis (store-bought or bakery)
  • Pistachios

Instructions

  1. Blind Bake Pie Crust: Blind bake your homemade pie crust according to your crust recipe instructions. Once baked, set it aside to cool completely to ensure the filling does not melt or make the crust soggy.
  2. Prepare Cannoli Pie Filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, ricotta cheese, heavy cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract or paste, orange zest, and cinnamon. Beat the mixture thoroughly for about 4-5 minutes until it is smooth, light, and fluffy. Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips to distribute evenly.
  3. Fill and Chill Pie: After the pie crust has fully cooled, spoon the cannoli filling into the crust and spread evenly. Place the pie in the refrigerator to chill for at least 2 hours to allow the filling to set. To speed up chilling, you can place the pie in the freezer for about 45 minutes.
  4. Make Chocolate Ganache: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate and heavy cream. Heat at 50% power for 45 seconds, then stir. Continue heating in 15-second increments, stirring after each until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth. Pour the ganache over the chilled filling and spread it out evenly. Immediately return the pie to the refrigerator to chill for 1-2 hours until the ganache sets.
  5. Prepare Whipped Cream: In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Add the powdered sugar and continue beating until stiff peaks form, making a stable whipped cream topping.
  6. Assemble and Garnish: Pipe or spread the whipped cream over the top of the chilled pie. Sprinkle additional mini chocolate chips on top. Garnish with bakery cannolis and pistachios for added texture and traditional presentation.

Notes

  • The homemade pie crust recipe is essential for the best texture and flavor. A classic buttery pie dough using flour, cold butter, a pinch of salt, sugar, and ice water works perfectly.
  • For best results, ensure cream cheese is slightly softened before mixing to avoid lumps in the filling.
  • If you don't have a microwave, you can melt the chocolate and cream together using a double boiler on the stovetop.
  • Use freshly grated orange zest for a bright and natural citrus flavor that complements the ricotta beautifully.
  • Pistachios add a lovely nutty crunch, but you can omit them if preferred or for nut allergies.
  • Store the pie covered in the refrigerator and consume within 3 days for optimum freshness.
  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 45 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Find it online: https://recipesvibe.com/best-cannoli-pie-recipe/