Description
An indulgent cake that combines the luxurious textures of ricotta and mascarpone cheese with the nostalgic flavor of cannoli.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup rum (optional)
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs to the mixture one at a time, ensuring to beat well after each addition. Mix in the milk, rum, and vanilla extract until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually incorporate these dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
- Divide the batter between the prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in their pans for 10 minutes before transferring them onto wire racks to cool completely.
- For the cannoli filling, mix together the ricotta cheese, mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a bowl until smooth.
- Once the cake layers are cooled, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous amount of the cannoli filling on top, then place the second layer over it.
- For the frosting, beat the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Use this to frost the top and sides of the cake.
- Decorate with mini chocolate chips for that signature touch.
- Slice and serve, enjoying this delightful dessert!
Notes
This cake is best enjoyed slightly chilled, served with whipped cream or fresh fruit. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg