- Layers bled.
- Didn't wait for bottom to set. Patience or freezer!
- Chocolate cheese curdled.
- Cold cheese shocked by warm chocolate. Room temp cheese, lukewarm chocolate!
No-Bake Strawberry & Chocolate Ricotta Cake
Three classic layers: sponge, refreshing fruity cheese, and rich chocolate. This cake relies on visuals and layering. The acidity of the cheese, strawberry sweetness, and bitter chocolate create a full flavor profile.
Ingredients
1
layer
Sponge Cake
1
lb (drained)
Whole Milk Ricotta or Farmer's Cheese
1 1/4
cups
Heavy Cream
1 1/4
cups
Powdered Sugar
7
oz
Dark Chocolate
2
cups
Fresh Strawberries
1 1/2
packets (3.5 tsp)
Gelatin Powder
1/4
cup
Water
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Equipment Needed
- Immersion blender
- Cake pan
- Double boiler
- Whisk
Allergen Information
Milk
Wheat
Instructions
1
✓
Bloom gelatin in water, melt. Cool.
Tip: Hot gelatin kills texture.
2
✓
Blend cheese with sugar until smooth.
Tip: Lumpy cheese ruins the slice.
3
✓
Whip cream. Fold into cheese with gelatin.
Tip: Temper gelatin.
4
✓
Split cream in two. Mix melted chocolate into one.
Tip: Chocolate thickens it.
5
✓
Fold chopped berries into other half.
Tip: Juice thins it slightly.
6
✓
Layer sponge, berry cream. Chill 20 mins.
Tip: Prevents sinking.
7
✓
Add chocolate layer. Chill 4 hrs.
Tip: Needs to set.
8
✓
Decorate.
Tip: Fresh fruit signals flavor.
Recipe FAQ
Ingredients
- 1 layer Sponge Cake
- 1 lb (drained) Whole Milk Ricotta or Farmer's Cheese
- 1 1/4 cups Heavy Cream
- 1 1/4 cups Powdered Sugar
- 7 oz Dark Chocolate
- 2 cups Fresh Strawberries
- 1 1/2 packets (3.5 tsp) Gelatin Powder
- 1/4 cup Water