Description
Indulge in the heavenly experience of Cannoli Layer Cake, a dessert that encapsulates the essence of traditional Italian flavors. With its rich ricotta filling, decadent chocolate chips, and tender cake, this recipe is perfect for celebrations or a cozy night in. Easy to prepare yet impressive enough to steal the spotlight, each slice promises a taste of Italy that will leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream (cold)
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs and vanilla; add to dry ingredients and combine gently.
- Divide batter into pans and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While cooling, whip heavy cream until soft peaks form. Combine ricotta with powdered sugar and lemon zest; fold in whipped cream and chocolate chips.
- Once cakes are cool, layer one on a plate and add half the ricotta filling. Top with the second layer and remaining filling. Chill for at least an hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (105g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 75mg