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Indulge in Decadence: Chocolate Ricotta Cake Recipe

If you’re on the hunt for a dessert that marries the rich depth of chocolate with the creamy allure of ricotta cheese, your search ends here. This Chocolate Ricotta Cake is a delightful fusion of flavors and textures, offering a moist, dense crumb that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply craving a sweet treat, this cake is bound to impress.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

1. Rich and Moist: The addition of ricotta cheese ensures that each bite is moist and tender, complementing the rich chocolate flavor perfectly.

2. Simple Ingredients: With staples like flour, cocoa powder, and chocolate chips, this recipe is easy to whip up without a special trip to the grocery store.

3. Versatile: Serve it plain, dusted with confectioner’s sugar, or drizzled with melted chocolate for an extra layer of indulgence.

Ingredients You’ll Need

• Dry Ingredients:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

• Wet Ingredients:

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• Add-ins:

  • ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

• For Serving:

  • Confectioner’s sugar, for dusting (optional)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prepare Your Oven and Pan

Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan, and line the bottom with parchment paper to prevent sticking.

2. Mix the Dry Ingredients

In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Sifting helps to aerate the mixture, ensuring a smooth and lump-free batter. Set this aside for later.

3. Cream the Butter and Sugar

In a large bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream together the softened butter and sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This should take about 3-5 minutes and is crucial for a tender cake texture.

4. Add Ricotta and Eggs

Add the ricotta cheese to the creamed butter and sugar, beating until well combined. Then, incorporate the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully mixed in before adding the next. Finish by stirring in the vanilla extract until smooth.

5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing, as this can lead to a dense cake. Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.

6. Bake the Cake

Pour the batter into your prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

7. Cool and Serve

Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely. For an elegant finish, dust with confectioner’s sugar or drizzle with melted chocolate before serving.

Tips for Success

• Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure your butter, eggs, and ricotta are at room temperature for a smoother batter and more even baking.
• Don’t Overmix: Mix just until the dry ingredients are incorporated to avoid a tough cake.
• Check for Doneness: Baking times can vary slightly depending on your oven, so start checking for doneness at around 50 minutes.

Nutrition Information

Each serving provides approximately: – Calories: 334 – Carbohydrates: 38g – Protein: 7g – Fat: 19g – Saturated Fat: 11g – Cholesterol: 94mg – Sodium: 270mg – Potassium: 178mg – Fiber: 3g – Sugar: 24g – Calcium: 96mg – Iron: 2mg – Net Carbohydrates: 35g

Enjoy!

This Chocolate Ricotta Cake is a testament to how simple ingredients can come together to create something truly special. Perfect for both novice bakers and seasoned pros, it’s a dessert that promises to delight anyone who takes a bite. Happy baking!

Chocolate Ricotta Cake

A delightful blend of chocolate and ricotta cheese makes this moist cake a perfect dessert for any occasion.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 55 minutes mins

Cooling Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 15 minutes mins

Servings: 8 slices

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 334

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Dry Ingredients

• 125 g all-purpose flour
• 50 g unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 0.5 tsp baking soda
• 0.25 tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

• 200 g granulated sugar
• 113 g butter unsalted, softened
• 240 g ricotta cheese whole milk ricotta
• 3 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 90 g semi-sweet chocolate chips

For Dusting

• Confectioner’s sugar for dusting

Equipment

• 9-inch Round Cake Pan

Method

 

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy using a hand mixer or a stand mixer.
4. Add the ricotta cheese to the butter-sugar mixture and beat until well combined.
5. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. Add the vanilla extract and mix until smooth.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
7. Gently fold the chocolate chips into the batter.
8. Transfer the batter to the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10. Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For an extra touch, dust the cooled cake with confectioner’s sugar or drizzle it with melted chocolate before serving.