Description
Italian Love Cake is a sumptuous dessert that beautifully combines layers of vanilla and chocolate cake with a velvety cream cheese filling. Each bite reveals a delightful contrast of flavors and textures that is sure to impress at any occasion, from birthdays to family gatherings. This visually stunning cake not only tastes divine but also looks exquisite, making it the perfect centerpiece for your dessert table. With its straightforward preparation, even novice bakers can whip up this indulgent treat effortlessly. Elevate your next celebration with the irresistible allure of Italian Love Cake!
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, mix the vanilla cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs until smooth.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan.
- In another bowl, blend cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until creamy.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture over the first layer of batter evenly.
- Spoon the remaining batter over the cream cheese layer without mixing.
- Whisk together cocoa powder and milk, then drizzle over the top for a chocolate swirl effect.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips on top.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling completely before slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 125g)
- Calories: 292
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg