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A Decadent Dessert with a Magical Twist Recipe

A Decadent Dessert with a Magical Twist Recipe


  • Author: Ella
  • Total Time: 5 hours
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in the decadent layers of this Italian Love Cake recipe that combines a rich ricotta cheesecake layer with a moist chocolate cake and a creamy pudding frosting for a truly magical dessert experience.


Ingredients

Scale

Ricotta Layer:

  • 2 (15 oz) containers ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 4 large eggs (room temperature)

Chocolate Cake:

  • 1 (15.25 oz) box chocolate cake mix
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup water
  • 3 large eggs

Pudding Frosting:

  • 1 (5 oz) box instant chocolate pudding mix
  • 3 cups cold milk
  • 1 (8 oz) container whipped topping, thawed

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13 baking dish.
  2. Prepare the ricotta layer by mixing ricotta, sugar, and vanilla. Add eggs one at a time, mixing until smooth.
  3. Prepare the chocolate cake batter as directed on the box.
  4. Pour the cake batter into the pan, then carefully pour the ricotta mixture on top.
  5. Bake for 1 hour to 1 hour and 10 minutes, until the center is set. Cool completely.
  6. For the frosting, whisk pudding mix with milk until thickened, then fold in the whipped topping. Spread over the cooled cake.
  7. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour to 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 48g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg

Keywords: Italian Love Cake, Dessert, Ricotta Cheesecake, Chocolate Cake, Pudding Frosting