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Holy Cannoli Dump Cake

This Holy Cannoli Dump Cake is a delightful fusion of creamy ricotta, crunchy cannoli shells, and a touch of Italian magic. It’s like a vacation in Sicily, but with fewer plane delays and more dessert!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Italian
Servings 12 Servings
Calories 430 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 9" x 13" baking dish or pan
  • 1 medium mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 1 15-ounce box yellow cake mix
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup mascarpone cheese
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon orange zest
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup chopped pistachios
  • 1/2 cup cannoli shells broken into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • powdered sugar for dusting optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish like you're trying to get on your nonna's good side.
  • Mix up the filling: In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and orange zest. Stir until smooth and creamy, resisting the urge to eat it all with a spoon.
  • Assemble the masterpiece: Pour the yellow cake mix directly into your prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Dollop the ricotta mixture over the cake mix, then sprinkle on the mini chocolate chips, chopped pistachios, and broken cannoli shells.
  • The magic touch: Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the top. Pour the milk and heavy cream over everything, doing your best not to disturb the layers (but let’s be real, this is a dump cake—imperfection is part of the charm!).
  • Bake it: Pop it in the oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and your kitchen smells like an Italian bakery.
  • Serve: Let it cool for a few minutes (if you can wait that long). Dust with powdered sugar before serving if you’re feeling fancy. Enjoy the sweet, creamy, and crunchy layers with a big smile on your face.

Notes

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Nutrition

Calories: 430kcalCarbohydrates: 47gProtein: 7gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 370mgFiber: 2gSugar: 31g
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