This Italian Cannoli Bundt Cake is a delightful twist on the classic cannoli, incorporating the iconic flavors into a moist, gluten-free cake that's perfect with coffee or as a dessert.
Cake Ingredients:
- 2 cups gluten-free 1:1 baking flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- A pinch of salt
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 large egg yolk, room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup ricotta cheese, room temperature
- 1 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 tsp almond extract
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips, plus extra for garnish
For the Topping:
- Powdered sugar for dusting
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch Bundt pan thoroughly to ensure easy release after baking.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together the eggs, egg yolk, and sugar until creamy, about 3 minutes.
- Mix in the vanilla extract, almond extract, and ricotta cheese until well combined and smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. The batter will be thick.
- Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips with a rubber spatula.
- Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared Bundt pan. Smooth the top with the spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan on a wire rack for about 15 minutes, then carefully turn the cake out of the pan and let it cool completely for an additional 30 minutes.
For the Topping:
- Once the cake has cooled, dust it lightly with powdered sugar for a classic finish.
- For the chocolate drizzle, combine the chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second increments, stirring after each until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
- Drizzle the melted chocolate over the cake, and sprinkle with additional mini chocolate chips if desired. Allow the chocolate to set before serving.
Notes:
- Ensure all your wet ingredients, particularly the eggs and ricotta cheese, are at room temperature for a smooth batter.
- Be careful not to overmix the batter to keep the cake's texture light and tender.
- Allowing the cake to cool before removing it from the pan will help prevent it from breaking.
Enjoy this gluten-free Italian Cannoli Bundt Cake with your morning coffee or as an exquisite end to your meal. Its combination of creamy ricotta and rich chocolate encapsulates the essence of a cannoli in cake form, making it a delightful treat for any time of the day.
