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Cannoli Cheesecake Bars

Delicious Cannoli Cheesecake Bars

These Cannoli Cheesecake Bars are a quick and delightful dessert that combines creamy ricotta with a crunchy graham cracker crust.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Crackers For gluten-free, substitute with 1 1/4 cups almond flour mixed with 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1/2 cup Butter (Melted) Use unsalted for better control of saltiness
  • 1/4 cup Sugar Adjust for personal preference
For the Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese (Room Temperature) Do not use chilled to avoid lumps
  • 15 oz Ricotta Cheese For dairy-free, try strained almond milk ricotta
  • 2 large Eggs Provides structure and stability to the filling
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Use pure extract for best results
  • 1/2 cup Mini Chocolate Chips Avoid regular-sized chips to prevent sinking in the batter
For the Finishing Touch
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar For dusting before serving

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • 8x8 inch baking pan
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cannoli Cheesecake Bars
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). In a mixing bowl, combine crushed graham crackers with sugar and melted butter.
  2. Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, then press the crumb mixture into the bottom.
  3. Bake for about 10 minutes until set and slightly golden.
  4. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth, about 2-3 minutes. Scrape the bowl and add eggs one at a time.
  5. Pour in the vanilla extract, blend until just combined. Gently fold in ricotta and mini chocolate chips.
  6. Pour the filling over crust, smooth the top, and bake for 40-45 minutes until golden and puffed up.
  7. Let the bars cool completely for 1 hour, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
  8. Lift the bars out of the pan using parchment paper, cut into squares and dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is room temperature before mixing for a smooth filling. Allow bars to cool completely before refrigerating to enhance flavor and prevent cracks.

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