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Italian Love Cake

A delightful layered cake featuring a rich chocolate base topped with a creamy ricotta cheese layer, perfect for romantic occasions.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chocolate Cake Base
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Ricotta Cheese Layer
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup chocolate chips optional

Method
 

Prepare the Chocolate Cake Base
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread evenly.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Prepare the Ricotta Cheese Layer
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and egg. Mix until smooth.
  2. Once the chocolate cake has cooled, spread the ricotta mixture evenly over the top of the cake.
  3. Sprinkle chocolate chips on top if desired.
  4. Bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the ricotta layer is set.
  5. Allow the cake to cool before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 4gFiber: 2gSugar: 20g

Notes

For a more decadent dessert, serve with whipped cream or fresh berries.

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