Light Cannoli Dip
Light Cannoli Dip
Love cannoli but want something a little lighter? You’re going to love this Light Cannoli Dip! It’s fluffy, creamy, and full of classic cannoli flavor — but made with Daisy Cottage Cheese, so it has less than half the calories, fat, and carbs of most traditional cannoli dips.
The best part? It comes together in just 5 minutes with only 5 simple ingredients you probably already have on hand. It’s perfect for parties, holidays, or even an after-school snack.
Serve it with your favorite fresh fruit, waffle cone pieces, graham crackers, or cookies — the possibilities are endless!
Mix It Up!
This dip is super easy to customize. Switch up the flavor with different citrus zests, extracts, or mix-ins like pistachios. Feeling festive? Add cinnamon and cranberries for a holiday-ready dip. Want it a little tangier? Stir in a tablespoon of Daisy Sour Cream.
It’s also easy to double or triple for a crowd — and yes, you can make it ahead!
Light Cannoli Dip Ingredients
- Daisy Cottage Cheese (3/4 cup): The creamy base that makes this dip light and protein-packed.
- Powdered Sugar (1 tablespoon): Adds a touch of sweetness.
- Vanilla Extract (1 teaspoon): Brings out the flavor in every bite.
- Fresh Orange Zest (1 teaspoon): Adds a burst of bright, citrusy flavor without thinning the dip.
- Mini Chocolate Chips (2 teaspoons): Just enough for that sweet chocolate crunch!
Substitutions, Variations, and Tips
- Swap lemon or lime zest for the orange zest to change up the citrus profile.
- Use almond extract instead of vanilla for a nutty twist.
- Add a dash of cinnamon or nutmeg for a warm holiday flavor.
- Try chopped nuts, seeds, or dried fruit instead of chocolate chips.
- Want a chocolate cannoli dip? Add ½ teaspoon of unsweetened cocoa powder.
- Or go rich with a chocolate hazelnut twist: add 1 teaspoon of chocolate hazelnut spread.
- Substitute white chocolate or butterscotch chips — just be sure they’re mini!
- A finely chopped chocolate bar works just as well if you don’t have chips.
- For extra tang, stir in 1 tablespoon of Daisy Sour Cream.
- Store leftovers in the fridge — it keeps well for up to 4 days.
- Make it ahead! This dip can be prepared the day before and gets even better after chilling.
How to Make Light Cannoli Dip
- In a blender or food processor, blend the cottage cheese until completely smooth (about 1 minute). Transfer to a bowl.
- Fold in the powdered sugar, vanilla, orange zest, and mini chocolate chips.
- Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with extra mini chocolate chips, if you like. Serve with your favorite dippers!
- Pro Tip: Try serving with waffle cone pieces, sliced apples, strawberries, or graham crackers for the perfect sweet dip combo!
Light Cannoli Dip
Light Cannoli Dip
Fans of cannoli will love this light treat. This Light Cannoli Dip is easy to make and is fluffy and delicious. It comes together in only 5 minutes with only 5 pantry ingredients. Made with Daisy Cottage Cheese as the base, it has less than half the calories, fat, and carbs of most cannoli dips.
It pairs well with your favorite fresh fruit, waffle cones, graham crackers, and cookies. It is perfect for any occasion from parties to holidays to after-school snacks.
Mix it up! The dip is easily customizable. You can mix-up the flavor profile by using other zests and extracts and nuts like pistachios. You can also add cinnamon and cranberries for the holidays. For a slightly tangier dip, you can add a tablespoon of Daisy Sour Cream. This Light Cannoli Dip is easily doubled and can be made ahead of time.
Light Cannoli Dip Ingredients
- Daisy Cottage Cheese (3/4 cup): Provides the creamy base of the dip and allows the dip to be lighter than traditional cannoli dip.
- Powdered Sugar (1 tablespoon): Adds a tiny bit of sweetness to the dip.
- Vanilla Extract (1 teaspoon): Enhances the flavor of the other ingredients.
- Fresh Orange Zest (1 teaspoon): Highly flavorful, it adds a burst of citrusy goodness to the dip without adding liquid to the dip.
- Mini Chocolate Chips (2 teaspoons): Brings a touch of chocolaty sweetness and texture to the dip.
Substitutions, Variations, and Tips
- Lime zest or lemon zest may be substituted for orange for a similar citrusy flavor.
- Almond extract may be used in place of vanilla extract.
- A dash of cinnamon and nutmeg may be added for a holiday twist.
- Chopped nuts, seeds, or chopped dried fruit may be added in place of the chocolate chips.
- Chocolate cannoli dip? Yes, please! To make the dip chocolate flavored, add ½ teaspoon of unsweetened cocoa powder. Or for chocolate hazelnut twist, add a teaspoon of chocolate hazelnut spread.
- White chocolate or butterscotch chips may be used in place of chocolate chips…just make sure you grab the mini version.
- Finely chopped chocolate bar may be used in place of the chocolate
- For a tangy twist, try adding a tablespoon of Daisy Sour Cream.
- This dip can be made ahead of time, or even the day before, and is easily doubled or tripled.
- Best if chilled for 30 minutes before serving.
- Light cannoli dip may be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
How to Make Light Cannoli Dip
- Process cottage cheese in food processor or blender until completely smooth (about 1 minute). Transfer to bowl.
- Gently fold in the remaining ingredients.
- Garnish with additional mini chocolate chips, if desired. Serve with your favorite dippers.
