The soft bundt cake with ricotta and chocolate is a truly delicious dessert, which I prepare every time I want to surprise my family with something simple yet unforgettable.
This cake comes from the desire to combine two ingredients I love: the delicacy of ricotta, which gives a soft and moist texture, and the intense flavor of chocolate, capable of winning over both adults and children. Each slice is a journey between taste and lightness, perfect to accompany breakfast, a special snack, or, why not, an evening on the couch with a steaming cup of tea.
An easy cake, that is prepared in a few steps and can also be served as a cake for your children’s parties, with the addition of a delicious chocolate glaze and colorful sprinkles as decoration. But you can also enrich this soft bundt cake with ricotta with other ingredients.
So, what are you waiting for? Come and discover this delicious recipe and its variations!
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- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 8 Servings
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Energy 407.38 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 53.71 (g) of which sugars 23.78 (g)
- Proteins 11.70 (g)
- Fat 17.23 (g) of which saturated 9.50 (g)of which unsaturated 5.16 (g)
- Fibers 0.84 (g)
- Sodium 162.89 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 136 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients for Soft Bundt Cake with Ricotta and Chocolate
- 10.5 oz ricotta
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 1/2 tbsp milk
- 5 1/2 tbsp butter
- 1 1/4 cups powdered sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 packet baking powder
- 1 lemon zest
- 2.8 oz dark chocolate chips
Preparation of Soft Bundt Cake with Ricotta and Chocolate
For the successful outcome of this soft bundt cake with ricotta and chocolate chips, I recommend using ingredients at room temperature.
Melt the butter and let it cool.In a bowl, pour the milk and add the ricotta. Quickly work with an electric mixer to obtain a thick and smooth cream.
In a second bowl, pour the melted butter and add eggs and salt. Quickly mix the ingredients, still using the electric mixer. Then, add the ricotta cream, the powdered sugar, and the zest of one grated lemon. Gently combine the ingredients.
Gradually add the flour, continuing to stir the mixture. Then add the chocolate chips and finally the sifted baking powder. Mix for another 5 minutes.
Pour the mixture into a bundt cake pan, already buttered and floured.
Bake in a preheated static oven at 350°F for about 40 minutes; the surface of the cake should be golden.
Remove the soft bundt cake with ricotta and chocolate from the oven and let it cool.
Finish with a dusting of powdered sugar.
Tips for the Soft Cake with Ricotta and Chocolate
-You can store the cake under a glass dome or in a plastic bag. This way, it will remain soft for several days.
-Instead of chocolate chips, you can enrich the soft bundt cake with ricotta using fresh fruit pieces (such as pears, apples, strawberries, cherries… based on your preferences and the season).
-Alternatively, you can add mixed candied fruit or just candied cherries or candied citron.
-Or, add syruped amarena cherries.
-Additionally, you can also make this cake with cocoa by adding 1.8 oz of unsweetened cocoa powder to the batter.
-Finally, you can decorate this cake with chocolate or white lemon glaze; colorful sprinkles or chocolate strands.
Storage
The soft bundt cake with ricotta and chocolate can be stored under a glass dome or in a specific cake container for 6-7 days.
FAQ
What type of chocolate is best to use?
Dark chocolate chips are ideal, but you can also use milk or white chocolate, depending on your taste. Chopping a chocolate bar is a great alternative to ready-made chips.
Can I bake the cake in a different pan?
Yes, if you don’t have a bundt cake pan, you can use a loaf pan or a round cake tin. Just make sure to adjust the baking times and check the doneness with a toothpick.
Can I use a different type of cheese instead of ricotta?
Ricotta is ideal for a soft and delicate texture, but you can substitute it with similar cheeses, like mascarpone or robiola. Keep in mind that the flavor and texture may slightly vary.
