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Cannoli Cupcakes

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Cannoli Cupcakes are a delicious fusion of Italian cannoli and classic cupcakes, featuring moist vanilla cupcakes filled with a sweet ricotta cream and topped with whipped mascarpone frosting and mini chocolate chips.

Ingredients

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  • For the Cupcakes:
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • For the Cannoli Filling:
  • 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese (drained)
  • 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese
  • 1/3 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
  • For the Frosting:
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese
  • 1/3 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Additional mini chocolate chips and powdered sugar for garnish

Instructions

  1. Make the Cupcakes: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with 12 cupcake liners. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla. Alternate adding the flour mixture and milk, starting and ending with flour. Mix until just combined.
  3. Divide batter evenly among cupcake liners and bake for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
  4. Make the Cannoli Filling: In a medium bowl, mix ricotta, mascarpone, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Fold in mini chocolate chips. Chill until ready to use.
  5. Make the Frosting: In a large bowl, beat heavy cream until soft peaks form. Add mascarpone, powdered sugar, and vanilla. Beat until stiff peaks form.
  6. Assemble: Use a cupcake corer or knife to remove a small center from each cupcake. Fill with cannoli mixture. Pipe or spread frosting on top. Garnish with mini chocolate chips and a dusting of powdered sugar.

Notes

  • Ensure ricotta is well-drained to avoid watery filling.
  • Store cupcakes in the fridge and bring to room temperature before serving.
  • Can be made a day ahead—add final garnish just before serving for freshness.

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