Description
Indulge in the rich and moist experience of Chocolate Ricotta Cake, a delightful dessert that combines the creamy texture of ricotta cheese with the deep flavors of dark chocolate. Perfect for any occasion—from birthdays to family gatherings—this cake is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. Its fudgy texture, enhanced by simple ingredients, makes it both easy to prepare and incredibly rewarding. Whether served warm with ice cream or dusted with powdered sugar alongside fresh berries, this cake will quickly become a favorite in your recipe collection. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this decadent delight that promises to be the star of any dessert table.
Ingredients
- 3 medium-sized eggs
- ⅔ cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup full-fat ricotta cheese
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3.5 oz dark chocolate bar, melted
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- ⅓ cup hot water
Instructions
- Begin by preheating your oven to 355°F (180°C). Prepare a spring-form cake pan by lining it with parchment paper and greasing the sides.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- Using a stand mixer or electric beater, beat together eggs and sugar for about 4 minutes until pale and fluffy. Gradually add vanilla extract, ricotta cheese, melted chocolate, and melted butter; mix until smooth.
- Incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture along with hot water (and instant coffee if desired). Mix until no flour pockets remain.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and level the surface with a spoon. Bake for approximately 30 minutes without opening the oven door.
- After baking, allow the cake to cool on a wire rack for about 10 minutes before removing it from the pan.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 298
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 78mg