Description
A rich marble cake combining ricotta cheese with double chocolate for a moist and flavorful dessert.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch bundt pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in the ricotta cheese and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and baking soda.
- Divide the batter into two portions; mix cocoa powder into one portion.
- Alternate spooning the plain and chocolate batters into the prepared pan to create a marble effect.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For best results, use full-fat ricotta and ensure all ingredients are at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Method: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 8g