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Italian Chocolate Chip Ricotta Cake

A moist and rich cake made with ricotta cheese and chocolate chips, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups whole milk ricotta cheese Drain if watery
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened Make sure it's softened for easy mixing
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon for tossing chocolate chips
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup mini chocolate chips Toss in flour before adding to batter
  • Powdered sugar For dusting, optional
  • Whipped cream For garnish, optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan. Line the bottom with parchment paper for easier removal.
  2. If ricotta is watery, drain it using a fine sieve or cheesecloth for about 30 minutes.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Add the ricotta cheese and mix until smooth and well incorporated.
Mixing
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined — do not overmix.
  3. Toss chocolate chips in 1 tablespoon of flour, then gently fold them into the batter.
Baking
  1. Pour batter into the prepared pan, smooth the top, and sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top.
  2. Bake for 45–55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  3. Let cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then remove the springform ring and cool completely.
Serving
  1. Dust with powdered sugar and garnish with whipped cream if desired before serving.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or refrigerate for up to a week. Let come to room temperature before serving. Experiment with adding zest or swapping chocolate chips for nuts or dried fruit.