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Cannoli Cheesecake

Creamy Cannoli Cheesecake That Will Steal Your Heart

This Cannoli Cheesecake combines creamy ricotta and mascarpone in a crunchy shell, creating a delicious dessert that captures Italian heritage.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 3 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cups Graham Cracker Crumbs
  • 1 cups Cannoli Shells (Crushed) Can substitute with crushed waffle cones
  • 1/2 cups Butter (Melted)
  • 1/4 cups White Sugar
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 15 oz Ricotta Cheese Use whole milk for the best results
  • 8 oz Mascarpone Cheese
  • 1/4 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 3 large Eggs Incorporate one at a time
  • 1 cups Heavy Cream
  • 1/4 cups Powdered Sugar
For Garnishing
  • 1/2 cups Mini Chocolate Chips Optional, can substitute for crushed pistachios

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • mixing bowls
  • stand mixer or handheld mixer
  • spatula
  • Roasting pan

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper and lightly spray with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, crushed cannoli shells, melted butter, and white sugar. Press into the bottom of the prepared springform pan and bake for 10 minutes.
  3. Reduce oven temperature to 300°F (149°C) and prepare for the filling.
  4. Beat together ricotta, mascarpone, sugar, and flour until smooth. Add cinnamon and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  5. Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing gently after each addition.
  6. Pour the cheesecake batter over the baked crust, spreading evenly.
  7. Place the springform pan inside a large roaster filled with hot water reaching halfway up the sides of the pan. Bake for 105-115 minutes until edges are set but center is slightly jiggly.
  8. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside for 30 minutes, then crack the oven door and cool for another 30 minutes. Transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, ricotta, and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Spread over cooled cheesecake.
  10. Garnish with mini chocolate chips or crushed pistachios. Cut into slices and serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Avoid overbaking the cheesecake. Cool it gradually in the oven to maintain its creamy texture.

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