Description
Italian Love Cake is a decadent dessert that combines layers of rich chocolate cake, creamy ricotta cheese, and a luscious chocolate pudding frosting. It’s a delightful treat that will surely impress your loved ones!
Ingredients
Scale
Ricotta Layer
- 2 (15-ounce) containers ricotta cheese
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
Chocolate Cake
- 1 (15.25-ounce) box chocolate or Devil’s Food cake mix
- 1/2 cup canola or vegetable oil
- 1 cup water
- 3 large eggs
Chocolate Pudding Frosting
- 1 (5-ounce) box instant chocolate pudding mix
- 3 cups cold milk
- 1 (8-ounce) container whipped topping, thawed
Instructions
- Preheat oven and prep baking dish: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Prepare Ricotta Layer: In a mixing bowl, beat ricotta cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing until combined.
- Prepare Cake Batter: In a separate bowl, whisk together chocolate cake mix, oil, water, and eggs until smooth.
- Layer the Cake: Pour the cake batter into the baking dish, then carefully pour the ricotta mixture over it without mixing.
- Bake: Bake for 1 hour to 1 hour and 10 minutes until the center is set. Let it cool completely.
- Prepare Frosting: Whisk pudding mix and cold milk for 2-3 minutes until thickened. Fold in whipped topping.
- Assemble the Cake: Spread the pudding frosting over the cooled cake. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- For best results, refrigerate the cake overnight to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Garnish with chocolate shavings or fresh berries before serving for an elegant touch.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Italian Love Cake, Chocolate, Dessert, Ricotta, Pudding Frosting
