Cannoli Cake
Indulge in the rich flavors of this Cannoli Cake, a delightful fusion of moist layers and creamy ricotta filling that brings the essence of traditional cannoli to your dessert table. With hints of chocolate chips and a fluffy texture, this cake is perfect for birthdays, gatherings, or simply satisfying a sweet craving. Easy to make, even novice bakers can impress with this show-stopping dessert!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 10 guests 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cake flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 15 oz whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ½ cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round baking pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together cake flour, baking powder, and granulated sugar.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter with sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well.
- Gradually mix in milk and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just blended.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes; check with a toothpick for doneness.
- For the filling, mix ricotta cheese with powdered sugar and chocolate chips until creamy.
- Assemble cooled cakes with filling in between layers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Experiment with fillings by substituting ricotta with mascarpone or adding extra chocolate chips for added richness. Store leftover cake in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.