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Italian Chocolate Chip Ricotta Cake

Italian Chocolate Chip Ricotta Cake: A Slice of Pure Joy

This Italian Chocolate Chip Ricotta Cake is an easy and delightful dessert that brings joy to any table, perfect for brunch or afternoon coffee.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour can be substituted with gluten-free flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar sweetens batter
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder leavening agent
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt enhances flavor
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter can be substituted with margarine or oil
  • 3 large eggs binds mixture
  • 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese drain if too wet
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract enhances flavor
  • 1 cup mini chocolate chips can use regular chips for stronger chocolate flavor
For the Topping
  • 1 cup powdered sugar for dusting
  • whipped cream optional
  • chocolate sauce optional

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9-inch round cake pan by greasing it.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  5. Mix in the ricotta and vanilla until smooth.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, folding until just combined.
  7. Toss chocolate chips in flour then gently fold them into the batter.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top.
  9. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
  10. Allow cooling in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  11. Dust with powdered sugar and serve with whipped cream or chocolate sauce if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use room temperature eggs for a better batter consistency. Consider adding lemon or orange zest for a refreshing twist.

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