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Italian Chocolate Ricotta Cake Recipe

Italian Chocolate Ricotta Cake Recipe

4.9 from 27 reviews

Indulge in the rich flavors of this Italian Chocolate Ricotta Cake. Moist and decadent, this cake is a perfect treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

Wet Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a bundt pan by greasing or lining with parchment paper.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, beat granulated sugar, brown sugar, and eggs until smooth. Add ricotta cheese, oil, milk, and vanilla extract, mix until well combined.
  4. Combine Dry and Wet Mixtures: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  5. Bake: Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool and Serve: Allow cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.

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