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Italian Cannoli Cream Pie

Decadent Italian Cannoli Cream Pie with a creamy ricotta filling spiced with cinnamon and vanilla, nestled in a crisp graham cracker crust and topped with mini chocolate chips and pistachios.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese, drained
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup mini chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup chopped pistachios
  • Optional: whipped cream for topping

Instructions

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter.
  • 2. Press mixture into a 9-inch pie pan.
  • 3. Bake crust for 8-10 minutes; cool completely.
  • 4. In a bowl, beat ricotta, powdered sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon until smooth.
  • 5. Fold in mini chocolate chips.
  • 6. Pour filling into cooled crust and smooth the top.
  • 7. Chill pie for at least 3 hours.
  • 8. Before serving, sprinkle chopped pistachios and optionally whipped cream on top.

Notes

  • Drain ricotta well for smoothest texture.
  • Use fresh ground cinnamon for best flavor.
  • Graham cracker crust can be replaced with crushed cannoli shells for authenticity.
  • Perfect for holiday desserts or special occasions.

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Keywords: cannoli cream pie, ricotta dessert, italian dessert, creamy pie