Description
Italian Love Cake is a mouthwatering dessert that brings together the rich flavors of chocolate and vanilla, layered with a creamy cheesecake center. This showstopper is perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to holidays, or even just a cozy family dinner. Each bite offers a decadent taste experience, making it an unforgettable treat that will satisfy your sweet tooth. Whether you’re celebrating a special event or simply indulging in a delightful dessert, this cake promises to impress with its beautiful layers and luscious texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box (15.25 oz) vanilla cake mix
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, combine the vanilla cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs until smooth. Pour half into the prepared pan.
- In another bowl, mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until creamy. Spread over the vanilla batter.
- Spoon the remaining batter on top of the cream cheese layer.
- Combine cocoa powder and milk in a separate bowl; drizzle over the top layer to create swirls. Sprinkle with chocolate chips.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling completely before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Use high-quality ingredients for richer flavors. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing. Feel free to add toppings like fresh berries or whipped cream for extra flair.