Description
Double Chocolate Ricotta Marble Cake is a moist, flavorful dessert featuring rich chocolate and creamy ricotta. Its eye-catching marbled design makes it perfect for gatherings or as a special treat.
Ingredients
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)
- 1/4 cup milk (optional, for a moister cake)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line with parchment paper.
- Cream softened butter and sugar in a bowl until light and fluffy.
- Beat in ricotta cheese and eggs until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Add milk if needed for consistency.
- Divide batter into two portions. Add cocoa powder and chocolate chips to one portion.
- Spoon alternating layers of plain and chocolate batter into the pan. Swirl for a marbled effect.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool for 10 minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack.
- Optionally, top with powdered sugar or melted chocolate before serving.
Notes
- Full-fat ricotta ensures a creamy texture.
- Store at room temperature for 3 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
- Freeze individual slices for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
