Description
Cannoli Cupcakes are the perfect blend of Italian dessert flavors and cupcake indulgence. These delightful cupcakes are filled with a rich and creamy cannoli filling made from ricotta, mascarpone, and mini chocolate chips, offering a delicious twist on traditional cannoli. Perfect for any occasion, these Cannoli Cupcakes will wow your guests with their irresistible taste and texture. Try this easy cannoli cupcake recipe today!
Ingredients
Cupcake Batter:
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup whole milk
1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Cannoli Filling:
1 cup ricotta cheese
1/2 cup mascarpone cheese
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
1/2 tsp orange zest (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour mixture and milk, alternating between the two. Stir in the mini chocolate chips.
- Divide the batter among the cupcake liners and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cupcakes cool completely.
- For the cannoli filling, mix the ricotta, mascarpone, and powdered sugar until smooth. Stir in the mini chocolate chips and orange zest.
- Once the cupcakes are cool, cut a small hole in the center of each cupcake and fill with the cannoli mixture.
- Frost the cupcakes with the remaining filling or your preferred frosting. Sprinkle with extra mini chocolate chips for garnish.
Notes
Ensure the ricotta is well-drained to prevent a runny filling.
You can substitute mascarpone with cream cheese if needed, but this will add a slightly tangier flavor.
These cupcakes are best served chilled and can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18-20 minutes
- Category: Dessert Cupcakes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 cupcakes
