If you’re looking for a simple yet irresistible dessert, the chocolate and ricotta plumcake is just what you need! Soft, moist, and with a creamy heart thanks to the ricotta, this plumcake is perfect for breakfast, a snack, or a treat after dinner. The combination of cocoa and ricotta provides a delicate texture and a full, enveloping flavor. A smart recipe, few ingredients, but full of taste! If you love cocoa or ricotta desserts, also try;
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 8 People
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients
- 1 cup cup ricotta cheese (I use sheep's milk)
- 1 1/4 cup cup granulated sugar
- 3 eggs
- 3/4 cup cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 packet baking powder
- 7 tbsps tbsps butter
- 2/3 cup cup all-purpose flour
Tools
- Bowl
- Electric Mixer
- Spatula in silicone
- Loaf Pan
Steps
In a bowl, combine the ricotta cheese and sugar and beat with an electric mixer until creamy.
Add the eggs and beat with the mixer for a couple of minutes.
Add the sifted flour with the cocoa and baking powder and continue to mix.
Finally, add the cooled melted butter and beat for a couple of minutes.
Pour the mixture into a loaf pan lined with parchment paper and bake for about 30 minutes at 356°F.
Want to mix it up? Try adding dark chocolate chips, a handful of chopped walnuts, or substituting mascarpone for the ricotta for an even creamier result.
Simple, quick, and delicious… it’s impossible to resist!
Want to mix it up? Try adding dark chocolate chips, a handful of chopped walnuts, or substituting mascarpone for the ricotta for an even creamier result.
Simple, quick, and delicious… it’s impossible to resist!
