Delicious Cannoli Cake Roll Recipe

Indulge in the delight of an Italian classic with this homemade Cannoli Cake Roll. The rich and creamy filling, combined with a light and fluffy sponge cake, creates a decadent dessert that is sure to impress. The cake roll is filled with a sweet ricotta cheese mixture, studded with chocolate chips, and dusted with powdered sugar. Perfect for special occasions or simply when you crave something sweet, this Cannoli Cake Roll is bound to become a favorite.

Ingredients

• For the Cake:
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup whole milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• For the Filling:
• 2 cups ricotta cheese
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
• For Decoration:
• Powdered sugar for dusting

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 15x10-inch jelly roll pan and line it with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
4. Add the milk and vanilla extract to the egg mixture and mix well.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared jelly roll pan and spread it evenly.
7. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and springs back when touched.
8. While the cake is still warm, dust a clean kitchen towel with powdered sugar.
9. Carefully invert the cake onto the towel and gently peel off the parchment paper.
10. Starting from one short end, roll the cake up tightly in the towel. Allow it to cool completely.
11. In a separate bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract for the filling.
12. Once the cake has cooled, carefully unroll it from the towel.
13. Spread the ricotta filling evenly over the cake, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
14. Sprinkle mini chocolate chips over the ricotta filling.
15. Starting from one short end, roll the cake back up, gently peeling away the towel as you go.
16. Transfer the cake roll to a serving platter and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
17. Prior to serving, dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar for decoration.
18. Slice the Cannoli Cake Roll into individual servings and enjoy!

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