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Italian Vanilla Raspberry Love Cake

Italian Vanilla Raspberry Love Cake
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Indulge in the delightful layers of this Italian Vanilla Raspberry Love Cake, a dessert that combines creamy ricotta, fluffy vanilla sponge, and rich chocolate ganache. Each slice bursts with flavor, making it a perfect treat for special occasions or cozy weeknights. The beautiful presentation topped with fresh raspberries is sure to impress family and friends alike. Easy to prepare and versatile, you can customize it with seasonal fruits or different toppings. Whether celebrating a birthday or simply treating yourself, this cake is a must-try!

Ingredients

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  • 2 (15-ounce) containers full-fat ricotta cheese
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 4 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 (15.25-ounce) box vanilla, white, or yellow cake mix
  • ½ cup neutral oil (vegetable or canola)
  • 1 cup water
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 to 1½ cups fresh raspberries
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting
  • Fresh mint leaves (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Add eggs one at a time.
  3. In another bowl, combine cake mix, oil, water, and eggs; mix until smooth.
  4. Pour the cake batter into the prepared dish and spoon the ricotta mixture on top without mixing.
  5. Bake for 55–65 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out mostly clean. Cool completely in the pan.
  6. Heat heavy cream in a saucepan until simmering; pour over chocolate chips and whisk until smooth.
  7. Once cooled, pour ganache over the cake and top with fresh raspberries and optional mint leaves.

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