Classic Traditional Italian Love Cake
Indulge in this delightful Classic Traditional Italian Love Cake, featuring a rich chocolate fudge cake base topped with a creamy, sweet ricotta layer. Perfect for any occasion, it's simple to make and irresistibly delicious.
Equipment
- 9x13 inch baking pan
- large bowl
- medium-sized bowl
- whisk
- wire rack
- wooden skewer or toothpick
Ingredients
For the Cake Base:
- 1 package chocolate fudge cake mix (15.25 ounce)
- 1 large egg
- 1 stick unsalted butter (½ cup) melted
For the Ricotta Layer:
- 1 container whole milk ricotta cheese (15 ounce)
- 2 large eggs
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For Garnish (Optional):
- Powdered sugar for dusting
- Fresh berries (raspberries or strawberries)
Instructions
Cake Base
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13 inch baking pan by greasing and flouring it.
- In a large bowl, combine the chocolate fudge cake mix, one large egg, and melted butter; mix until a thick, cookie-dough like batter forms.
- Press this chocolate mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
Ricotta Layer
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the ricotta cheese, two large eggs, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gently pour the ricotta mixture evenly over the chocolate cake base in the pan, being careful not to mix them.
Bake and Serve
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the ricotta layer is set and a wooden skewer comes out clean.
- Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
- Once cooled, dust generously with powdered sugar, cut into squares, and serve.
Notes
For an extra touch of elegance, serve individual slices with a few fresh raspberries or sliced strawberries on the side. Ensure the cake is completely cooled before dusting with powdered sugar to prevent it from dissolving.