Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Italian Cannoli Cake, a moist and fluffy dessert that brings together layers of tender cake and creamy ricotta filling. Enhanced with chocolate chips and a hint of citrus zest, this showstopper will elevate any gathering. Whether it’s a festive celebration or a casual afternoon treat, this cake is sure to impress!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups ricotta cheese (drained)
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Beat softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Gradually mix in flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and lemon zest alternately with milk until just combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk egg whites to soft peaks and gently fold into the batter.
- Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown. Test with a toothpick to ensure doneness.
- While cooling, prepare the filling by mixing ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, mini chocolate chips, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Once cooled completely, layer the cakes with the ricotta filling in between.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 95mg