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Decadent Chocolate Italian Love Cake with Ricotta Filling

A decadent slice of dark chocolate cake with white cream filling, topped with chocolate ganache, representing an italian love cake.
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Make this layered Italian Love Cake featuring moist chocolate cake, creamy ricotta filling, and a rich chocolate pudding topping. It is a simple, show-stopping dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box chocolate cake mix plus ingredients listed on box (for cake layers)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 (3.4 ounce) package instant chocolate pudding mix
  • 1 cup cold milk
  • 1 cup whipped topping (thawed)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chocolate cake mix according to package directions for two 9-inch round cake layers. Bake the layers and let them cool completely.
  2. While the cakes cool, prepare the ricotta filling. In a medium bowl, beat the granulated sugar, softened cream cheese, ricotta cheese, vanilla extract, and eggs until smooth. Set aside.
  3. Prepare the chocolate pudding according to package directions using the cold milk. Whisk until slightly thickened, then gently fold in the whipped topping.
  4. Place one cooled cake layer on a serving plate. Spread the entire ricotta cheese mixture evenly over the first cake layer.
  5. Carefully place the second cake layer on top of the ricotta filling.
  6. Spread the chocolate pudding topping evenly over the top layer of the cake.
  7. Chill the cake for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, you can substitute homemade chocolate cake for the mix.
  • Make sure the cream cheese and ricotta are fully softened for a smooth filling.
  • This cake tastes best after it has chilled for several hours, allowing the layers to set.

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