Deconstructed Cannoli Chips with Dip
- Difficulty: Easy
- Serves: 4
- Nutritional Information Per Serving (1 of 4 servings): Calories 1765, Total Fat 124 g, Saturated Fat 38 g, Carbohydrates 136 g, Dietary Fiber 8 g, Sugar 59 g, Protein 31 g, Cholesterol 155 mg, Sodium 775 mg
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Active Preparation Time: 25 minutes
- Canola oil for deep frying
- 1 package (approximately 36) square wonton wrappers, halved diagonally
- 2 cups whole-milk ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar, plus extra for sprinkling
- 3 tablespoons orange liqueur
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup mini semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup pistachios, roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped maraschino cherries
- Zest of 1/2 orange
Ready to whip up a fun twist on classic cannoli? These crispy chips and creamy dip will have you craving moreperfect for sharing with friends!
- Heat canola oil in a Dutch oven until about one-third full, reaching 350F.
- Fry wonton halves in a single layer, turning occasionally until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes. Drain on a wire rack over a rimmed baking sheet. Repeat until all are fried.
- In a large bowl, blend ricotta, powdered sugar, and orange liqueur until smooth. Whip heavy cream to soft peaks, then gently fold into ricotta mixture with half the chocolate chips.
- Spread mixture evenly in a medium bowl or 8x8-inch dish. Top one side with rows of pistachios, cherries, remaining chocolate chips, and orange zest. Dust chips with powdered sugar and serve alongside for dipping bliss!
