Description
A delightful twist on the classic cannoli, this Vegan Cannoli Cake captures the creamy essence of traditional cannoli while embracing a plant-based approach.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1 cup maple syrup
- 1 cup almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 cup raw almonds (soaked overnight)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or agave nectar
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup mini vegan chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, sea salt, and cinnamon.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, stir together the almond milk, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, applesauce, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine the Mixtures: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes. Cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prepare the Vegan Ricotta Filling: Blend soaked almonds, maple syrup, lemon juice, vanilla, and salt until smooth. Optionally fold in vegan chocolate chips.
- Assemble the Cake: Place one layer on a cake stand and spread ricotta filling on top, add the second layer, and spread remaining filling on top and sides.
- Garnish: Dust with powdered sugar and add chocolate chips if desired.
- Slice and Serve: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before slicing to enhance flavors.
Notes
Ensure cakes cool completely before assembling to avoid melting the filling.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Vegan Cannoli Cake, Vegan Dessert, Plant-Based Cake, Italian Dessert
