Description

This Double Chocolate Ricotta Marble Cake is soft, moist, and rich with beautiful chocolate swirls throughout. Creamy ricotta keeps the crumb tender while chocolate chips and cocoa add deep flavor to every slice.

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

1/4 cup milk

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line an 8-inch loaf or round cake pan.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Mix in the ricotta cheese until the batter becomes smooth and creamy.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
If the batter is too thick, stir in the milk until the batter becomes smooth and spoonable.
Divide the batter evenly between two bowls. Stir the cocoa powder into one portion to create the chocolate batter.
Fold the chocolate chips into the chocolate batter.
Spoon alternating dollops of vanilla and chocolate batter into the prepared pan. Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the batters to create a marble pattern.
Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for extra flavor and aroma.

Dark chocolate chunks can be used instead of chocolate chips for a richer taste.

Chopped hazelnuts or walnuts add a pleasant crunch to the cake.

Dust the cooled cake with powdered sugar or drizzle with melted chocolate for a decorative finish.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.

Freeze individual slices wrapped tightly for up to 2 months and thaw at room temperature before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 320 kcal
Sugar: 18 g
Sodium: 220 mg
Fat: 18 g
Saturated Fat: 10 g
Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 34 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 7 g
Cholesterol: 85 mg