Effortless Cannoli Cheesecake Bars (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Crust
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70 g unsalted butter, melted
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180 g waffle cone crumbs (around 10–12 cones), or use graham cracker bits
→ Filling
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2 large eggs
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225 g mascarpone, full fat, let it come to room temp and strain if watery
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130 g mini chocolate chips
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0.5 teaspoon fresh orange zest
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0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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225 g ricotta, full fat, make sure it’s at room temp and not watery
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100 g white sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Finishing
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Optional: sprinkle powdered sugar on top
# Instructions:
01 -
Slice into 8 bars or however big you like. If you want, dust the top with some powdered sugar. Store any leftovers chilled or frozen.
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Take the pan out of the oven. Let it reach room temp. Pop it in the fridge for at least 4 hours, or overnight. Want ultra neat slices? Stick it in the freezer for a quick chill.
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Slide the pan into your hot oven for 30 to 45 minutes. Keep an eye out—the edges should barely brown and the middle should just lose its wobble. Time may change depending on your oven or pan.
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Pour your creamy filling over the crust. Smooth it out so it’s even, then scatter little chocolate chips all over.
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Grab a big bowl. Beat sugar, mascarpone, and ricotta on medium with your mixer until the texture’s nice and smooth. Crack in the eggs, one at a time, and mix after each. Now toss in the vanilla, zest, and cinnamon. Stir it all together really well.
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Mix your melted butter with cone or cracker crumbs in a bowl until it clumps together. Press this into the pan, making sure you’ve got a thin, solid base.
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Heat the oven to 175°C. Line a 23x23 cm pan with parchment so you can pull everything out easily when you’re done.
# Notes:
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Full-fat cheeses give the bars a creamy bite—try draining ricotta overnight to keep things from being watery.
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Crunched-up waffle cones, sugar, or graham crackers all work as your crust base.
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How thick your bars are and the pan’s size will change how long it takes to bake, so check for the right doneness.