Description
Indulge in this Double Chocolate Ricotta Marble Cake, a moist and decadent treat combining creamy ricotta and rich cocoa flavors. The marble effect creates a beautiful swirl of chocolate and vanilla batters studded with semi-sweet chocolate chips, making it a perfect dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- ½ cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Add-ins
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, use a mixer to cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add Eggs and Wet Ingredients: Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated. Then mix in the ricotta cheese, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined to avoid overmixing.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips to distribute them evenly throughout the batter.
- Divide Batter: Pour half of the batter into the prepared cake pan as the plain portion.
- Create Chocolate Batter: Add extra cocoa powder to the remaining batter and stir thoroughly to create the chocolate batter.
- Layer Batter: Spoon dollops of the chocolate batter over the plain batter in the pan.
- Marble the Cake: Use a knife to gently swirl the two batters together, creating a marbled effect without overmixing.
- Bake the Cake: Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the Cake: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Ensure butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming.
- Do not overmix once dry and wet ingredients are combined to keep the cake tender.
- Use fresh ricotta cheese for best texture and flavor.
- Test the cake doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- Marbling can be varied by swirling more or less for different visual effects.
- This cake pairs wonderfully with a dusting of powdered sugar or a dollop of whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
