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A slice of decadent chocolate chip ricotta cake topped with crumbles.

Chocolate Chip Ricotta Crumb Cake

A rich and moist cake filled with chocolate chips and topped with a delicious crumb mixture, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese Feel free to substitute low-fat ricotta or dairy-free alternatives.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour You can substitute half for whole wheat flour for a heartier cake.
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chocolate chips Can be substituted with dried fruits for a twist.
Crumb Topping Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar For the crumb mixture.
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour For the crumb mixture.
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted For the crumb mixture.
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon Optional for the crumb mixture.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add in the ricotta cheese, eggs, and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, careful not to overmix.
  6. Stir in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
Crumb Topping
  1. In a bowl, combine the brown sugar, flour, melted butter, and cinnamon for the crumb topping.
  2. Use a fork to create a crumbly texture.
Baking
  1. Pour the cake batter into the prepared baking dish and sprinkle the crumb mixture generously over the top.
  2. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25g

Notes

This cake can be served warm with chocolate sauce, whipped cream, fresh berries, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. For a nutty flavor, consider adding chopped walnuts or pecans to the batter or crumb topping. You can prepare the crumb mixture ahead of time and store it in the fridge until you're ready to bake.

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