Chocolate Italian Love Cake Recipe: Indulge in a Slice!
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A rich and decadent Chocolate Italian Love Cake that combines layers of chocolate cake with a creamy filling, perfect for any occasion.
- Author: Marianne
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for filling)
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
- Stir in boiling water until the batter is smooth.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
- In a separate bowl, beat the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- In another bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth, then add powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
- Fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.
- Once the cakes are cool, spread the cream filling between the layers and on top of the cake.
- Chill the cake for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate cocoa powder.
- Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature for easier mixing.
- This cake can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg