MARVELOUS CANNOLI CAKE

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A luscious, chocolate-studded cannoli filling separates the tender vanilla layers of this rich cake, which starts with a package mix. It's best when served well chilled.-Antoinette Owens, Ridgefield, Connecticut

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 package French vanilla cake mix (regular size)
FILLING:
1 carton (15 ounces) ricotta cheese
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 teaspoon rum extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 ounces semisweet chocolate, finely chopped
FROSTING:
2 cartons (8 ounces each) mascarpone cheese
3/4 cup confectioners' sugar, sifted
1/4 cup whole milk
2 teaspoons almond extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup sliced almonds
2 tablespoons miniature semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Prepare and bake cake mix according to package directions, using two greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., In a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, confectioners' sugar, cinnamon and extracts; stir in chocolate. In another bowl, beat the mascarpone cheese, confectioners' sugar, milk and extracts on medium speed until creamy (do not overmix)., Place one cake layer on a serving plate; spread with 1 cup filling. Top with second cake layer. Spread remaining filling over top of cake to within 1 in. of edges. Frost sides and top edge of cake with 2 cups frosting., Press almonds into sides of cake. Sprinkle chocolate chips over top. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 591 calories, Fat 37g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 116mg cholesterol, Sodium 367mg sodium, Carbohydrate 54g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

Vega Bro
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. The filling was very creamy and the cake was moist.


Ripon Mulla
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I made this cake for my daughter's birthday and she loved it! It was so pretty and delicious.


Ella
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This cake was amazing! The filling was so creamy and the cake was so moist. I will definitely be making this again.


Ziphozonke Shabangu
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I've never made a cannoli cake before, but this recipe was easy to follow and the cake turned out great. It was a big hit at my party.


Celina Webber
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This cake was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it. It was so delicious and everyone at my party loved it.


Codie Wile
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I've made this cake several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Jaynab
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. The filling was very creamy and the cake was moist.


Angie
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I made this cake for my daughter's birthday and she loved it! It was so pretty and delicious.


Laughter Boy
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This cake was amazing! The filling was so creamy and the cake was so moist. I will definitely be making this again.


Saqib Khan
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I've never made a cannoli cake before, but this recipe was easy to follow and the cake turned out great. It was a big hit at my party.


Sean V
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This cake was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it. It was so delicious and everyone at my party loved it.


Noyon Kumar
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I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! It was so easy to make and it turned out beautifully.


Nyakallo Nyama
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This cake was delicious! The cannoli filling was perfect and the cake was moist and fluffy. I will definitely be making this again.


Asad gill
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I've made this cake twice now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The filling is rich and creamy, and the cake is moist and flavorful. I highly recommend it!


Jose Fontanez
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This cannoli cake was a hit at my party! It was so easy to make and everyone loved it. I will definitely be making it again.