Cannoli Poke Cake
Servings: 12
Calories: Approximately 350 per slice
Ingredients:
- 1 box vanilla cake mix
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
- Chocolate shavings (for garnish)
Directions:
1. Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and greasing a 9x13 inch baking pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the vanilla cake mix with the eggs and water, blending well according to the instructions on the package. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan and bake until the cake is golden brown, roughly 30 minutes.
3. After the cake has cooled completely, use a toothpick or wooden skewer to poke holes evenly across the surface.
4. For the filling, mix together the ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a bowl until it forms a smooth mixture. Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
5. Spread this ricotta filling evenly over the cake, ensuring that it seeps into the holes you poked.
6. To make the frosting, whip the heavy cream with the additional powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Carefully spread this whipped cream topping over the layer of filling.
7. Finally, decorate the cake with chocolate shavings and place it in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving to allow it to set. Enjoy!