Description
If you love the creamy, sweet goodness of a classic cannoli, you’ll adore these Cannoli Pancakes! Fluffy pancakes are stuffed with a rich ricotta filling, topped with chocolate chips, and dusted with powdered sugar for a breakfast that feels like dessert. Perfect for weekend brunch or when you’re craving something extra special!
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Ingredients
For the Pancakes
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cannoli Filling
- 1 cup ricotta cheese (whole milk preferred)
- ½ cup mascarpone cheese
- ⅓ cup powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- ⅓ cup mini chocolate chips
Optional Toppings
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
- Extra mini chocolate chips
- Chopped pistachios or almonds
- Whipped cream or honey drizzle
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Pancake Batter
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined (don’t overmix!).
Step 2: Cook the Pancakes
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
- Pour ¼ cup of batter per pancake onto the skillet.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes until bubbles form, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
- Transfer to a plate and repeat with the remaining batter.
Step 3: Prepare the Cannoli Filling
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, mascarpone, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Fold in mini chocolate chips.
Step 4: Assemble & Serve
- Spread a generous spoonful of the cannoli filling between two pancakes or on top.
- Dust with powdered sugar and sprinkle with extra chocolate chips or nuts.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Use Whole Milk Ricotta – It gives the filling the best creamy texture.
Don’t Overmix – Pancake batter should be slightly lumpy for fluffier results.
Chill the Filling – Let the ricotta mixture sit in the fridge for 10 minutes before using to enhance the flavor.
Make It Crunchy – Add crushed cannoli shells or chopped nuts for extra texture!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Cuisine: American