Italian Love Cake Layer (Print-Friendly Format)
Delight in layers of rich chocolate cake, creamy ricotta filling, and a dreamy chocolate frosting finish.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Ricotta Layer
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850 g ricotta cheese
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200 g granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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4 large eggs, at room temperature
→ Chocolate Cake Layer
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430 g chocolate or devil’s food cake mix
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120 ml canola oil or vegetable oil
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240 ml water
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3 large eggs
→ Chocolate Pudding Frosting
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140 g instant chocolate pudding mix
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720 ml cold milk
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225 g whipped topping, thawed
# How to Make It:
01 -
Preheat oven to 175°C and lightly grease a 23×33 cm baking dish with cooking spray. Set aside.
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In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth, then add eggs one at a time and blend until fully incorporated.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together chocolate cake mix, oil, water, and eggs until batter is smooth and homogenous.
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Pour chocolate cake batter evenly into the prepared baking dish. Carefully pour ricotta mixture over the cake batter, covering the surface fully.
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Bake for 60–70 minutes or until a tester inserted in the center comes out clean and the cake is just set but slightly jiggly in the center. Remove from oven and cool to room temperature.
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Whisk instant chocolate pudding mix with cold milk in a bowl until thickened, about 2–3 minutes. Gently fold in the whipped topping until smooth.
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Spread pudding frosting over the cooled cake, covering evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
# Extra Tips:
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For clean layers, allow the cake to cool completely before adding frosting. Use a serrated knife for precise slices.