Italian Love Cake: A Simple, Indulgent Treat for Home Bakers
A delicious and simple cake that combines layers of chocolate and vanilla for a perfect treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, mix together the sugar, flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the milk, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared cake pan.
- In another bowl, mix the ricotta cheese with the powdered sugar and chocolate chips.
- Spoon the ricotta mixture over the batter in the pan, then pour the remaining batter on top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider including orange zest in the ricotta mixture.
- Serve with whipped cream or fresh berries for a nice touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg