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.

• 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.

• 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.
• Light cannoli dip may be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

1. Process cottage cheese in food processor or blender until completely smooth (about 1 minute). Transfer to bowl.
2. Gently fold in the remaining ingredients. Cover and chill at least 30 minutes before serving.
3. Garnish with additional mini chocolate chips, if desired. Serve with your favorite dippers.