Italian Love Cake

From its moist chocolate base to the creamy ricotta layer, followed by a silky-smooth mascarpone frosting, every bite of this cake is designed to delight the senses. The sprinkle of mini chocolate chips adds a playful touch to its sophisticated profile, making it not just a feast for the palate but a visual treat as well. Whether you’re celebrating love, family, or just a moment of indulgence, this cake is sure to impress and satisfy.

Ingredients:

• 1 box chocolate cake mix
• 3 eggs
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 lbs ricotta cheese
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 4 cups mascarpone cheese
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, combine chocolate cake mix, eggs, water, and oil. Mix until smooth and pour into the prepared baking pan.
3. In another bowl, mix ricotta cheese with sugar and 1 tsp vanilla extract. Spoon this mixture over the cake batter in the pan.
4. Bake for 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely.
5. For the frosting, blend mascarpone cheese with powdered sugar and 1 tsp vanilla extract until smooth. Spread over the cooled cake.
6. Sprinkle mini chocolate chips over the top. Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 60 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes plus cooling

Kcal: 580 kcal | Servings: 12 servings