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Italian Love Cake

Irresistible Italian Love Cake: A Slice of Pure Bliss

Experience the joy of Italian Love Cake—a delightful dessert featuring layers of chocolate cake and ricotta that will impress any crowd.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 6 hours
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Ricotta Layer
  • 15 ounces ricotta cheese Substitute mascarpone for richer flavor.
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar No alternative required unless reducing sweetness.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract No substitutes recommended.
  • 3 large eggs Room temperature for better mixing.
For the Cake Base
  • 1 box Devil's Food cake mix Use any chocolate cake mix or homemade.
  • 1/2 cup canola or vegetable oil Unsweetened applesauce can be a healthier substitute.
  • 1 cup water
For the Topping
  • 1 package instant chocolate pudding Use vanilla pudding for a lighter option.
  • 2 cups milk Whole milk is recommended for best flavor.

Equipment

  • 9x13 baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 baking dish.
  2. Combine ricotta cheese, sugar, and vanilla in a bowl until smooth, then add eggs one by one.
  3. In another bowl, mix cake mix, oil, water, and eggs until smooth.
  4. Pour cake batter into the prepared dish and layer the ricotta mixture on top.
  5. Bake for 1 to 1.5 hours until the center is set.
  6. Mix cold milk and pudding in a bowl until thick, then fold in whipped topping.
  7. Spread pudding on cooled cake and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  8. Serve sliced and chilled; garnish with berries or chocolate syrup if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Let the cake chill thoroughly for best flavor and texture. Use room temperature eggs for smoother mixing.

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