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Italian Chocolate Chip Ricotta Cake

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This Italian Chocolate Chip Ricotta Cake combines creamy ricotta and chocolate for a luscious dessert that's a crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, and vanilla for 2 minutes.
  3. Add the ricotta cheese to the egg mixture and mix until smooth.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips gently.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top.
  8. Bake in the oven for 40-45 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or freeze for up to 1 month.

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