Italian Love Cake ❤️🍫
A showstopping dessert with three luscious layers: moist chocolate cake, sweet ricotta filling, and fluffy chocolate pudding whipped cream.
Ingredients
For the Cake Layer:
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1 box (15.25 oz) chocolate cake mix (plus eggs/oil/water as listed on box)
For the Ricotta Layer:
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2 lbs (32 oz) ricotta cheese, whole milk for creaminess
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4 large eggs
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¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Topping:
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1 box (3.9 oz) instant chocolate pudding mix
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1½ cups (360ml) cold milk
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1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip)
(Optional: Chocolate shavings or strawberries for garnish!)
Instructions
1. Prep & Bake the Cake
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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Prepare chocolate cake batter as directed on the box. Pour into the dish.
2. Make the Ricotta Layer
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In a bowl, beat ricotta, eggs, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
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Carefully spoon over cake batter (do not mix—it will sink slightly).
3. Bake
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Bake 50-60 mins until ricotta layer is set (center should jiggle slightly). Cool completely.
4. Add the Pudding Topping
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Whisk pudding mix + milk for 2 mins until thick. Fold in whipped topping.
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Spread over cooled cake. Chill 4+ hours (overnight is best!).
Why It’s Called “Love Cake”?
Legend says this dessert was created by Italian grandmothers to woo suitors—its rich layers symbolize devotion.
Tips:
🍫 Decadent twist: Add espresso powder to the cake mix.
🍓 Fruity flair: Top with fresh berries or a raspberry drizzle.
⏳ Make ahead: Assemble 1 day before serving for flavors to meld.
A dessert that speaks the language of love—no words needed! 😍
(Fun fact: The ricotta layer bakes into a cheesecake-like texture!)