Decadent Italian Love Cake (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Ricotta Layer

01 - 2 (15 oz) containers ricotta cheese
02 - 1 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
04 - 4 large eggs, room temperature

→ Chocolate Cake

05 - 1 (15.25 oz) box chocolate cake mix
06 - ½ cup vegetable oil
07 - 1 cup water
08 - 3 large eggs

→ Pudding Frosting

09 - 1 (5 oz) box instant chocolate pudding mix
10 - 3 cups cold milk
11 - 1 (8 oz) container whipped topping, thawed

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 baking dish.
02 - In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Add eggs one at a time, mixing until smooth.
03 - Prepare the chocolate cake batter as directed on the box.
04 - Pour the cake batter into the prepared baking dish, then carefully pour the ricotta mixture on top.
05 - Bake for 1 hour to 1 hour and 10 minutes, or until the center is set. Remove from the oven and cool the cake completely.
06 - In a bowl, whisk the pudding mix with cold milk until thickened, then gently fold in the whipped topping.
07 - Spread the pudding frosting evenly over the cooled cake. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.

# Notes:

01 - Use full-fat ricotta cheese for the creamiest texture.
02 - Allow the cake to chill thoroughly for optimal flavor and texture.
03 - Experiment with different cake and pudding flavors to customize the dessert.

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