Description
A delightful dessert combining rich chocolate flavor with creamy ricotta cheese, perfect for special occasions.
Ingredients
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- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup whipped topping
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Chocolate shavings (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven according to the chocolate cake mix instructions.
- Prepare the chocolate cake mix according to the package directions and pour it into a greased baking dish.
- Bake the cake as instructed and let it cool completely.
- Mix the ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a bowl until smooth.
- Spread the ricotta mixture evenly over the top of the cooled cake.
- Top with the whipped topping and garnish with chocolate shavings.
- Chill in the refrigerator for a couple of hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
Ensure the cake is completely cooled before adding the ricotta layer to avoid melting. Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg