Description
These Chocolate Cannoli Pizzelle Sandwiches combine delicate Italian pizzelle cookies with a creamy, sweet ricotta and mascarpone filling studded with mini chocolate chips and fresh orange zest. Topped with crunchy pistachios and dusted with powdered sugar, these no-bake sandwiches offer a delightful twist on traditional cannoli flavors, perfect for an elegant dessert or a special treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Pizzelle Cookies
- 12 pizzelle cookies
Filling
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
- Zest of 1 orange
Toppings
- 1/4 cup chopped pistachios
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy, ensuring the mixture is well combined without lumps.
- Add flavor components: Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips and orange zest into the cheese mixture, distributing them evenly without breaking the chips.
- Assemble the first layer: Take one pizzelle cookie and spread a generous spoonful of the ricotta filling onto the flat side of the cookie, covering it evenly but not too thickly to prevent slipping.
- Add pistachios: Sprinkle a layer of chopped pistachios over the cheese filling to add a crunchy texture and nutty flavor.
- Form the sandwich: Place another pizzelle cookie on top, flat side down, creating a sandwich. Press gently to secure the layers together without breaking the cookies.
- Repeat assembly: Continue the process with the remaining pizzelle cookies and filling until all sandwiches are made.
- Serve and garnish: Arrange the finished cannoli pizzelle sandwiches on a serving platter and dust lightly with powdered sugar just before serving for an elegant finish.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh, high-quality ricotta and mascarpone cheeses to ensure a creamy filling.
- The orange zest adds a bright citrus flavor; avoid the white pith as it can be bitter.
- If you prefer, pistachios can be substituted with chopped almonds or hazelnuts.
- These sandwiches are best enjoyed the same day for the freshest texture; however, they can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours.
- Allow refrigerated sandwiches to sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving for optimal flavor.
