Chocolate Cake with Ricotta Cheese Filling

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Chocolate Cake with Ricotta Cheese Filling

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Indulge in the rich flavors of this gluten free chocolate cake layered with creamy ricotta cheese filling and garnished with a silky smooth ganache frosting.

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Ingredients: – eggs – vanilla extract – cocoa powder – sugar – ricotta – light cream – sugar – chocolate chips – water – Rum

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Whisk the egg whites until soft peaks form. Add the sugar and continue to beat until stiff peaks form.

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In a separate bowl, whisk together the cocoa and sugar. Whisk together with egg yolks and extract until smooth. Incorporate the egg whites by folding gently.

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Spread batter evenly in the prepared jelly roll pan and bake for approximately 20 minutes or until the cake springs back when lightly pressed.

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Once the cake is at room temperature, cut into thirds. Brush the top with the rum syrup. Spread ½ of the ricotta cheese filling. Repeat for the other layer.

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Spread the chocolate ganache over the entire surface and sides. Chill the cake for at least an hour before serving and enjoy!

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