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Italian Love Cake

Italian Love Cake is a luscious dessert that beautifully marries rich chocolate layers with creamy, tangy cream cheese. This delightful cake is not only simple to prepare but also a show-stopping centerpiece for any gathering. Each bite offers a heavenly combination of flavors and textures that will leave your guests clamoring for more. Perfect for family dinners, celebrations, or just a sweet indulgence, this cake is sure to impress!

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk (or almond/coconut milk)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cocoa powder, and a pinch of salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat together eggs, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Gradually combine with the dry mixture without overmixing.
  4. In a separate bowl, blend softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until creamy.
  5. Pour half of the chocolate batter into the prepared pan. Spoon dollops of cream cheese mixture on top followed by the remaining chocolate batter.
  6. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool before slicing.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 26g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: - For added flair, serve each slice with whipped cream or fresh berries. - Consider adding lemon zest or espresso for unique flavor variations.

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