Cannoli Ice Cream ( No Ice Cream Maker Needed )

Submitted by SusieQusie

"Ricotta lovers unite!!! Funny how most folks either love it or hate. Kind of like cilantro ;-) This was originally a recipe off a carton of ricotta cheese that I tweaked to lower the fat content as much as I could. This is incredibly decadent & so easy to make. Time to make includes freezing time."

 

• Ready In: 4hrs 10mins
• Ingredients: 7
• Yields: 1/2 cup
• Serves: 12

ingredients

• 1 (15 ounce) container low-fat ricotta cheese
• 1 (14 ounce) can fat-free sweetened condensed milk (Eagle Brand or similar)
• 1⁄2 cup fat-free half-and-half
• 1⁄4 teaspoon cinnamon
• 2 cups heavy cream (whipping cream)
• 1 cup slivered almonds, toasted
• 1⁄4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (more if you like)

directions

1. Place ricotta in blender or food processor container & blend till smooth.
2. Add the condensed milk, half & half & cinnamon & blend till combined.
3. In a 2 quart metal bowl, whip the cream till soft peaks form. Add ricotta/milk mixture, almonds & chocolate. Fold gently till combined.
4. Cover bowl & place in freezer for 2 hours or until edges start to harden. Stir & put back in the freezer for another 2 hours or until firm.
5. To serve, let stand at room temp till soft enough to scoop.

Reviews

[wheatuskitty]

This was kind of heavy so I almost felt like it'd be a better fall dessert rather than for summer. Also, my chocolate chips floated to the bottom :( I'll have to chop them up next time! Otherwise very tasty, although not really an ice cream texture.

 

[mamacancook]

I gotta try this one-I have a "ice cream freezer" (no salt,ice or electricity needed)from Wilton-ya just add your ice cream mix and crank for a bit-Anyhow-It has a slot to add in "yummy things"-I would add crushed cannoli shells-or when serving add crushed pieces on top. Guess I know what we'll be making this weekend-will let you know how it comes out!!!