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Red Velvet Italian Love Cake Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes plus chilling time
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Description

This Red Velvet Italian Love Cake is a luscious layered dessert combining the rich flavors of classic red velvet cake with a creamy ricotta mixture and a light cheesecake-flavored Cool Whip topping. Easy to prepare and perfect for gatherings, this cake offers a delightful blend of textures and flavors that make it a standout treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

Cake

  • 1 box red velvet cake mix (plus ingredients required on the box to make the cake batter)

Ricotta Layer

  • 32 oz ricotta cheese
  • 4 large eggs
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Topping

  • 1 (5.1 oz) box instant cheesecake pudding mix
  • 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened and cut into cubes
  • 1 cup cold milk
  • 1 (8 oz) container Cool Whip

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC). Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Make the Cake Batter: Prepare the red velvet cake batter according to the package instructions. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  3. Prepare Ricotta Mixture: Using a hand mixer, beat together the ricotta cheese, eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Gently spread this ricotta mixture evenly over the red velvet cake batter in the baking dish.
  4. Bake the Cake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 1 hour. Once baked, remove the dish from the oven and allow the cake to cool completely before adding the topping.
  5. Prepare the Cheesecake Topping: Using a hand mixer, blend together the instant cheesecake pudding mix, cream cheese cubes, and cold milk until smooth. Carefully fold in the Cool Whip to create a light and creamy topping.
  6. Top and Chill: Spread the prepared cheesecake topping evenly over the cooled cake. Refrigerate the cake for a few hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the topping to set perfectly.

Notes

  • Ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easy mixing and a smooth topping.
  • For best results, use cold milk as instructed to achieve the right consistency in the pudding mixture.
  • This cake is best served chilled, so plan to refrigerate it for at least 3-4 hours before serving.
  • Feel free to garnish the cake with fresh berries or chocolate shavings for added flavor and presentation.
  • Leftovers can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/red-velvet-italian-love-cake-recipe/