Cold Cake with Ricotta and Chocolate

The cold cake with ricotta and chocolate is a delicious dessert that is ideal for a summer treat or to satisfy a sweet craving without turning on the oven. Here is the recipe:

Ingredients

• 250 g of dry biscuits (like Digestive or Oro Saiwa)
• 100 g of melted butter
• 500 g of fresh ricotta
• 150 g of powdered sugar
• 200 g of dark chocolate
• 100 ml of fresh cream
• 1 sachet of vanillin or a teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons of orange liqueur (optional)
• Cocoa powder or chocolate shavings for decoration

Preparation

1. Start by grinding the biscuits in a food processor until you get a sandy consistency. Mix the crumbs with the melted butter to create a homogenous mixture.
2. Line the bottom of a springform pan with parchment paper and evenly distribute the biscuit mixture, pressing well with the back of a spoon to create the cake base. Put in the refrigerator to set for about 30 minutes.
3. In the meantime, whip the ricotta with the powdered sugar and vanillin until you have a smooth and creamy mixture. If you like, add the orange liqueur and mix well.
4. Melt the dark chocolate in a double boiler or in the microwave with care, making sure not to overheat it. Let it cool slightly.
5. Whip the fresh cream until it becomes fluffy and gently fold into the ricotta mixture, then add the melted chocolate, slightly cooled, and mix with delicate movements from the bottom up to avoid deflating the mixture.
6. Pour the ricotta and chocolate cream over the now-set biscuit base and level the surface with a spatula or the back of a spoon.
7. Let it cool in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, even better if overnight.
8. When ready to serve, dust with cocoa powder or decorate with chocolate shavings.

Curiosity

This delicious cold cake is the summery, no-bake alternative to the more classic baked cake, perfect for enjoying even when it’s hot out. Ricotta provides a creamy texture and a freshness that pairs wonderfully with the intense taste of chocolate. The orange liqueur adds a flavored touch that can be personalized to one’s own taste or simply omitted.