Italian Chocolate Cake Delight (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Cake Base

01 - 1 box chocolate cake mix
02 - Ingredients required for preparing the chocolate cake mix (as directed on package)

→ Cheese Layer

03 - 2 pounds ricotta cheese
04 - 4 eggs
05 - 3/4 cup sugar
06 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Topping

07 - 1 box (3.75 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix
08 - 1 cup milk
09 - 8 ounces Cool Whip, thawed
10 - Optional decorations: cherries, sprinkles, or cocoa powder

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a 9 x 13-inch pan with nonstick spray.
02 - Prepare the chocolate cake batter as instructed on the box and pour it into the prepared pan.
03 - In a separate bowl, combine ricotta cheese, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
04 - Carefully pour the cheese mixture over the unbaked cake batter, spreading it as evenly as possible.
05 - Bake the cake at 350°F (175°C) for 1 hour or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool completely before frosting.
06 - Prepare the instant chocolate pudding according to the package instructions. Fold in the thawed Cool Whip.
07 - Spread the chocolate topping evenly over the cooled cake. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
08 - Decorate with cherries, sprinkles, or dust with cocoa powder before serving.

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