Cannoli Cupcakes

INGREDIENTS

• 5 ounces bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped
• 1 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons orange zest
• 1/2 cup almond paste
• 2 cups sugar
• 4 eggs
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 8 ounces (2 sticks) unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons finely diced candied orange peel
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups ricotta cheese
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 6 ounces heavy cream
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon orange oil
• 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
• Toasted almonds, for garnish
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped bittersweet chocolate