Description
Cannoli Cheesecake Bars are a delightful fusion of creamy cheesecake and crunchy cannoli, making them the perfect dessert for any occasion. Each bite delivers a rich blend of ricotta cheese and mini chocolate chips, all enveloped in a velvety cheesecake layer. These bars are not only visually stunning but also incredibly easy to prepare, ensuring they’ll impress your guests or family gatherings. Get ready for an unforgettable sweet treat that will have everyone asking for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 15 oz whole milk ricotta cheese
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup crushed cannoli shells (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until moistened. Press into the bottom of the baking dish to form the crust.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add ricotta cheese, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
- Gently fold in mini chocolate chips. Pour filling over crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Allow cooling at room temperature before refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Cut into squares and serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approx. 93g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg