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Classic Cannoli Dip

dessert· dips· snacks
November 27, 2017

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Classic Cannoli Dip – A creamy dessert dip made from whipped cannoli filling using real marscapone cheese and served with chocolate chip cookies!

Bowl of Classic Cannoli Dip with a chocolate chip cookie dipping inToday’s recipe is the perfect accompaniment to any tailgate or “homegate.” We’re all about homegating – where we host a watch party with all of our friends. There’s nothing like watching a game on a couch with unlimited supply of food in an air-conditioned room. I’ll take that over a tailgate, any day.

Okay now on to the recipe…

 Today’s recipe is a dessert dip. Dessert dips are quickly becoming be new favorite way to feed my sweet tooth. Not only do I get to eat a sweet dip, but I also get to dip other sweet vessels into said dip. It’s a double-dose of sweetness!I present to you my Classic Cannoli Dip!

Bowl of Classic Cannoli Dip next to a plate of chocolate chip cookies Dipping a chocolate chip cookie into a bowl of Classic Cannoli Dip Chocolate chip cookie with a bite out of it after being dipped in Classic Cannoli Dip

I’ve been obsessed with cannoli ever since we went to Boston. I loved cannoli before our trip. But that trip turned me into a full-fledged cannoli addict.

If you’ve never been to Boston, there’s a pastry shop called Mike’s Pastry in the heart of Little Italy. We went to Mike’s Pastry three different times, where I bought three cannoli each time. That means I ate nine cannoli in 3 days! NINE!

So when we returned from our trip, I knew I needed to make cannoli for myself. But I didn’t really want to go through the effort of frying cannoli shells and stuff. So what’s the next best thing??? Making a dip!

This cannoli dip is made just like authentic cannoli filling, except with marscapone cheese added to help thicken it up. Marscapone is like cream cheese, but not as sweet and tangy. I don’t recommend substituting it, though, because I think the dip will taste more like cheesecake dip than cannoli dip.

Mixer blade covered in Classic Cannoli Dip Mixing the chocolate chips into the Classic Cannoli Dip Using a measuring spoon to add chocolate chips to the top of the Classic Cannoli Dip

I’ve seen a few cannoli dip recipes out there and they use waffle cones as the dipping mechanism. I think these are a great substitute for cannoli shells because they have the same crunch and texture, though the flavor is slightly off.

But what I think is an EVEN better dipping mechanism is a chocolate chip cookie. Cookies go best with milk so it just felt natural to pair it with the dairy-based dip. To be honest, this magical pairing was a complete and utter accident – chocolate chip cookies were all I had in my pantry when I made the dip for the first time.

But trust me when I say, you will not want to pair anything else with this dip. Promise.

Plate of chocolate chip cookies

Here are some tips for making sure this dip comes out perfectly:

  1. Make sure to use whole milk ricotta. In order for this dip to get whipped and creamy, you need that fat from the whole milk.
  2. When you first start whipping the ingredients together, they will be thin and runny, almost like melted ice cream. But trust me – you just need to keep whipping it to help fluff it up.
  3. This dip is loaded with chocolate chips, but feel free to use any other cannoli toppings that you love – chopped pistachios would make an excellent addition here.
  4. Don’t make this dip too far in advance – the dip will collect a little bit of liquid at the bottom after a couple days. You can just stir it back in, of course, but you’ll lose the pretty presentation of chocolate chips on top.

There you have it – a yummy dessert dip for your next tailgate, party, or, hey, even a normal Tuesday night. This is a judgement-free zone.

Chocolate chip cookie dipped into Classic Cannoli Dip

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Classic Cannoli Dip

A creamy dessert dip made from whipped cannoli filling using real marscapone cheese and served with chocolate chip cookies!
Prep Time10 mins
Total Time1 hr 10 mins
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces marscapone cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 1 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 teaspoon almond extract
  • 4 tablespoons mini chocolate chips
  • chocolate chips cookies for serving

Instructions

  • Combine cheeses, extracts, and powdered sugar into a large mixing bowl of a stand mixer fit with a paddle attachment (or you can use a hand mixer). Whip on medium-high until thick and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
  • Fold in 3 tablespoons of chocolate chips. Pour dip into serving bowl. Top with remaining chocolate chips. Let it set in fridge for about 1 hour and then serve with chocolate chips cookies.

Notes

Recipe adapted from Chef in Training

This post first appeared on Julie’s Eats & Treats

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28 Comments

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Comments

  1. Annie says

    March 26, 2022 at 12:15 pm

    This dip was amazing!! Classic…wondering if I can freeze the remainder since I made the recipe for a serving of 14?

    Reply
    • Sharon says

      March 27, 2022 at 7:41 pm

      Oh I have no idea. I think I remember seeing on the mascarpone package that it says not to freeze? But maybe that has to do with the packaging and not the cheese itself. I say it’s better to try freezing than just tossing it out. Let me know how it goes!

      Reply
  2. Deneine says

    September 3, 2020 at 3:13 pm

    If I need to omit the almond extract, should I double the vanilla extract? My daughter is allergic to tree nuts. Thanks!!

    Reply
    • Sharon says

      September 3, 2020 at 3:49 pm

      Yes, just replace the almond extract with vanilla extract. Hope you and your daughter enjoy it!

      Reply
  3. Kris says

    December 11, 2018 at 10:16 pm

    can we make it a day or two ahead?

    Reply
    • Sharon says

      December 16, 2018 at 7:59 pm

      Definitely!

      Reply
  4. becca says

    November 28, 2017 at 6:02 pm

    This looks absolutely delicious!! I need to make this for my holiday parties coming up.

    Reply
  5. Nicole says

    November 28, 2017 at 1:56 pm

    This looks so delish Need to try to make this some time!
    Nicole l NicoleParise.com

    Reply
  6. Nita says

    November 28, 2017 at 12:09 pm

    I love cannoli and this looks absolutely amazing! My hubby would die for this!

    Reply
    • Sharon says

      December 4, 2017 at 6:15 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  7. Joanie @ One Dish Kitchen says

    November 28, 2017 at 9:47 am

    Goodness, this looks so good!! It would be ideal to serve during the holidays when we have family visiting.

    Reply
    • Sharon says

      December 4, 2017 at 6:14 am

      Yessss! Love making this dip for guests!

      Reply
  8. Joan Cajic says

    November 28, 2017 at 9:08 am

    This looks heavenly and totally delicious wouldn’t mind having this everyday.

    Reply
    • Sharon says

      December 4, 2017 at 6:13 am

      Right?! Me either!

      Reply
  9. Mary says

    November 28, 2017 at 8:35 am

    This is my favorite dish to bring to holiday parties! People love it and it’s so much easier to make than traditional cannoli!

    Reply
    • Sharon says

      December 4, 2017 at 6:12 am

      So true!!

      Reply
  10. Gabrielle Reese says

    November 28, 2017 at 1:48 am

    This looks SOO yummy!!! I’m definitely repinning this for later! Sweets are literally my weakness.

    Reply
    • Sharon says

      December 4, 2017 at 6:11 am

      Oh I hear ya, girl! I am the same exact way!

      Reply
  11. Jenny says

    November 27, 2017 at 10:34 pm

    This dip looks absolutely amazing! Need to make this.

    Reply
    • Sharon says

      December 4, 2017 at 6:10 am

      Thanks so much!

      Reply
  12. Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

    November 27, 2017 at 8:26 pm

    Perfect for all of the holiday cookies! It looks yummy and easy, so I’ll have to try it!

    Reply
    • Sharon says

      December 4, 2017 at 6:09 am

      Ah sooo true! I should make this for my next cookie exchange!

      Reply
  13. Renee says

    November 27, 2017 at 2:00 pm

    Never heard of this! It looks absolutely phenomenal!

    Reply
    • Sharon says

      December 4, 2017 at 6:06 am

      Oh man you have no idea! You gotta try it!

      Reply
  14. Autumn Murray says

    November 27, 2017 at 12:48 pm

    This looks yummy! I am going to try it for one of my upcoming holiday parties. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Sharon says

      December 4, 2017 at 6:05 am

      Such a great idea for parties!!

      Reply
  15. Kerri @ HollyMuffin says

    November 27, 2017 at 9:51 am

    This is to die for! I pinned the recipe for Christmas!

    Reply
    • Sharon says

      December 4, 2017 at 6:04 am

      Thanks so much, Kerri!

      Reply

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