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No Bake Cannoli Pie Recipe

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3.9 from 11 reviews

This No Bake Cannoli Pie is a creamy, zesty, and crunchy dessert inspired by traditional Italian cannoli. Featuring a graham cracker crust and a luscious ricotta cheese filling mixed with citrus zest and mini chocolate chips, this pie is chilled to set and topped with whipped cream and pistachios. Perfect for a refreshing, easy-to-make treat without turning on the oven.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

Crust

  • 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)

Filling

  • 2 cups ricotta cheese (see notes below)
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • Zest of 1 orange
  • ½ cup mini chocolate chips
  • ¼ cup chopped pistachios (optional)

Toppings

  • Whipped cream
  • Mini chocolate chips
  • Pistachios (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Stir until the crumbs are fully coated with butter and the mixture is evenly combined.
  2. Form the crust: Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish to create an even crust layer. Place the crust in the refrigerator to chill while you make the filling.
  3. Make the filling: In a separate bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and orange zest together until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  4. Add mix-ins: Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips and chopped pistachios (if using) into the ricotta mixture, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
  5. Assemble the pie: Spread the ricotta filling evenly over the chilled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula for an even finish.
  6. Chill to set: Refrigerate the assembled pie for at least 2 hours, allowing the filling to firm up and the flavors to meld together.
  7. Add toppings: Before serving, garnish the pie with a layer of whipped cream, additional mini chocolate chips, and chopped pistachios for texture and decoration.
  8. Serve: Slice the pie into portions and enjoy this refreshing no-bake dessert.

Notes

  • For the smoothest filling, use whole milk ricotta and drain it in a cheesecloth for 1-2 hours to remove excess moisture.
  • You can substitute the graham cracker crust with crushed vanilla wafers if preferred.
  • The pie needs at least 2 hours of chilling, but overnight chilling will enhance the flavors and texture.
  • To make this pie nut-free, omit the pistachios.
  • Whipped cream can be homemade or store-bought depending on your preference.
  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Find it online: https://avascooking.com/no-bake-cannoli-pie-recipe/