Chocolate Cassata

Indulge in the luxurious layers of a Chocolate Cassata, a decadent twist on the classic Italian dessert. This show-stopping treat starts with moist chocolate cake made from scratch, enriched with cocoa powder and a hint of vanilla. The cake is layered with a rich, creamy filling of ricotta cheese blended with melted dark chocolate and studded with mini chocolate chips for added texture. A luscious dark chocolate ganache cascades over the top, making this dessert irresistibly glossy and decadent. Perfect for celebrations or simply satisfying a chocolate craving, the Chocolate Cassata is easy to prepare yet impressively elegant. With its combination of velvety textures and bold chocolate flavors, this recipe is destined to be a standout on your dessert table. Ideal for chocolate lovers, it’s best enjoyed chilled and sliced to reveal its beautiful layered design!

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 150 grams All-purpose flour
• 30 grams Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 180 grams Granulated sugar
• 4 Large eggs
• 120 milliliters Whole milk
• 80 grams Unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 450 grams Ricotta cheese
• 100 grams Powdered sugar
• 120 grams Dark chocolate, melted
• 100 grams Mini chocolate chips
• 200 milliliters Heavy cream
• 200 grams Dark chocolate (for ganache)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and line a round 9-inch cake pan with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

In another large bowl, beat the sugar and eggs with an electric mixer until pale and fluffy, about 3 minutes.

Step 4

Gradually add the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract to the egg mixture while mixing at low speed.

Step 5

Slowly fold in the dry ingredients until just combined. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.

Step 6

Bake for 20–25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely, then slice it horizontally into two even layers.

Step 7

For the filling, mix the ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, and melted dark chocolate in a bowl until smooth. Fold in the mini chocolate chips.

Step 8

Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread half of the ricotta filling evenly over the top. Place the second layer on top and spread the remaining filling over it.

Step 9

To make the ganache, heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Remove from heat and pour over the chopped dark chocolate. Let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth and glossy.

Step 10

Pour the ganache over the assembled cassata, letting it drip down the sides. Use a spatula to spread it evenly if needed.

Step 11

Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set before serving. Slice and enjoy this decadent chocolate cassata!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1945.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6173.2

Total Fat 334.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 199.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 1409.3mg	0%
Sodium 2562.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 714.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 43.9g	0%
Total Sugars 493.2g
Protein 123.4g	0%

Vitamin D 214.5IU	0%
Calcium 2432.2mg	0%
Iron 59.0mg	0%
Potassium 3348.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.3%

Protein: 7.8%

Carbs: 44.9%