Description
Candy Cane Crunch Peppermint Cheesecake Cannoli are a festive twist on a classic dessert, combining creamy peppermint cheesecake filling with crisp cannoli shells and topped with crunchy candy cane bits. These delightful treats are perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights in, offering a refreshing burst of flavor that captures the spirit of the season.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cannoli shells
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup crushed candy canes (plus extra for garnish)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare your filling: In a mixing bowl, blend softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Whip in heavy cream until fluffy, then gently fold in peppermint extract, vanilla extract, and chocolate chips if using.
- Fill the cannoli shells: Use a piping bag to generously fill each shell with the cheesecake mixture, ensuring both ends are filled.
- Add some crunch: Dip each end of the filled cannoli into crushed candy canes.
- Chill: Refrigerate filled cannoli for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Serve & enjoy: Arrange on a platter and serve chilled.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: No cooking required
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cannoli (45g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg