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Cannoli Cupcakes Recipe

Cannoli Cupcakes Recipe
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Indulge in the delightful flavors of traditional cannoli in cupcake form with these Cannoli Cupcakes. Moist vanilla-almond cupcakes are filled with a creamy ricotta-mascarpone mixture and topped with a luscious mascarpone frosting.

Ingredients

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For the Cupcakes:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup ricotta cheese

For the Cannoli Filling:

  • 3/4 cup ricotta cheese (drained)
  • 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips

For the Frosting:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup mascarpone cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1–2 tablespoons heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare a muffin tin with liners.
  2. Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Beat butter and sugar until light. Add eggs, extracts, and ricotta.
  4. Alternate adding flour mixture and milk to the batter.
  5. Divide batter into liners and bake.
  6. Make filling by beating ingredients, then fill cupcakes.
  7. Prepare frosting by mixing ingredients until fluffy.
  8. Frost cupcakes and garnish as desired.

Notes

  • Ensure ricotta is well-drained for a thick filling.
  • For extra appeal, dust with powdered sugar or add mini cannoli on top.

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