Easy Cannoli Cake (Printable Version)
A decadent dessert combining creamy ricotta, chocolate chips and pistachios in a simple-to-make cake inspired by Italian flavors.
# Ingredients:
→ Cake Base
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 ½ cups granulated sugar
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½ cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup ricotta cheese
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3 large eggs
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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½ teaspoon baking soda
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½ teaspoon salt
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1 cup mini chocolate chips
→ Frosting
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1 cup powdered sugar
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2 tablespoons milk
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Garnish
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Chopped pistachios (optional)
# Steps:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
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Incorporate the ricotta cheese, eggs, and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly until well blended.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
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Fold in the mini chocolate chips carefully to distribute evenly throughout the batter.
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Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
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Whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a bowl until smooth.
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Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cake. Sprinkle with chopped pistachios for garnish if desired.
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Cut into slices and serve.
# Notes:
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This cake combines the classic flavors of cannoli in an easy-to-make sheet cake format.