Cheesecake Alla Cannoli Siciliani (sicilian Cannoli Cheesecake)

Indulge in the rich flavors of Sicilian cuisine with this decadent Cheesecake alla Cannoli Siciliani. This delightful dessert combines the creamy goodness of cheesecake with the iconic flavors of Sicilian cannoli, creating a truly unforgettable treat.

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Cheesecake Alla Cannoli Siciliani (sicilian Cannoli Cheesecake)

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 24 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup chopped pistachios
  • 1/4 cup candied orange peel

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. In a bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, ricotta cheese, and 1 cup sugar until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. Divide the cheesecake batter into three portions. Fold the mini chocolate chips into one portion, the chopped pistachios into another, and the candied orange peel into the third portion.
  5. Pour the chocolate chip batter over the crust in the pan, followed by the pistachio batter, and finally the orange peel batter.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until the center is almost set. Allow the cheesecake to cool in the pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes, then run a knife around the edge to loosen. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Carbohydrates
30g
Protein
6g
Fat
22g

Supplies

9-inch springform pan Mixing bowls Electric mixer Baking oven

Tools

Knife Wire rack

Serving suggestions

Serve slices of Cheesecake alla Cannoli Siciliani with a drizzle of chocolate sauce and a sprinkle of chopped pistachios for an extra indulgent touch.

Tips & tricks

For the best results, make sure all the ingredients are at room temperature before preparing the cheesecake batter.

Cost

$20