Description
This luscious Cannoli Pie combines creamy ricotta filling with sweet powdered sugar, mini chocolate chips, and crunchy pistachios nestled inside a flaky baked pie crust. Perfectly chilled and topped with whipped cream, it brings the classic cannoli flavors in an easy-to-make pie form, ideal for any festive occasion or dessert craving.
Ingredients
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Pie Crust
- 1 pre-made pie crust
Filling
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup chopped pistachios
Topping
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the pie crust.
- Bake Pie Crust: Fit the pre-made pie crust into a pie dish and bake it for 10 minutes until lightly golden. Remove from oven and let it cool completely.
- Prepare Filling Base: In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until smooth and creamy.
- Add Mix-ins: Gently fold the mini chocolate chips and chopped pistachios into the ricotta mixture, ensuring even distribution without deflating the mixture.
- Whip Cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, creating a light and airy texture.
- Combine Mixtures: Carefully fold the whipped cream into the ricotta mixture until fully blended, maintaining a fluffy consistency.
- Fill Pie Crust: Pour the ricotta and cream filling into the cooled pie crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Chill Dessert: Refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours to allow the filling to set and flavors to meld together before serving.
Notes
- Make sure the pie crust is completely cooled before adding the filling to avoid sogginess.
- For a nut-free version, omit pistachios or substitute with a nut-free topping.
- Use a high-quality ricotta cheese for the creamiest texture and best flavor.
- Chilling time can be extended up to overnight for enhanced flavor development and firmer consistency.
- Optional: Garnish with extra chopped pistachios or chocolate chips before serving for added appeal.
