Best 4 Chocolate Ricotta Icebox Cake Recipes

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Indulge your sweet cravings with a delectable Chocolate Ricotta Icebox Cake, a no-bake dessert that combines the richness of chocolate and the creamy smoothness of ricotta cheese. This delightful treat is crafted with layers of chocolate cookies, a luscious chocolate ganache, and a creamy ricotta filling, all coming together to create a symphony of flavors and textures.

For those seeking a classic flavor combination, the Traditional Chocolate Ricotta Icebox Cake offers a timeless indulgence. With its layers of chocolate cookies, a rich chocolate ganache, and a creamy ricotta filling, this cake is sure to satisfy any chocolate lover.

If you prefer a touch of tanginess to balance the sweetness, the Lemon Blueberry Chocolate Ricotta Icebox Cake is a delightful choice. This variation incorporates a lemon-infused ricotta filling and a layer of fresh blueberries, resulting in a refreshing and vibrant dessert.

For a nutty twist, the Pistachio Chocolate Ricotta Icebox Cake is a delightful option. It features a pistachio-infused ricotta filling and a sprinkling of chopped pistachios, adding a subtle crunch and a unique flavor dimension to the cake.

Those with a penchant for indulgent desserts will find solace in the Chocolate Hazelnut Chocolate Ricotta Icebox Cake. This decadent variation combines a chocolate hazelnut ricotta filling with a layer of Nutella, creating an irresistible treat that is perfect for special occasions.

Finally, the Gluten-Free Chocolate Ricotta Icebox Cake caters to those with dietary restrictions. This version utilizes gluten-free chocolate cookies and a gluten-free chocolate ganache, ensuring that everyone can enjoy this delectable dessert.

No matter your preference, these Chocolate Ricotta Icebox Cake variations offer a delightful treat that is perfect for any occasion. With their no-bake preparation, they are a breeze to make and a joy to devour.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ICEBOX CAKE



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 6h20m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 quart heavy whipping cream
1 cup powdered sugar
One 9-ounce box thin chocolate wafer cookies

Steps:

  • In the bowl of an electric mixer using a whisk attachment, whisk the heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff.
  • Crush one-third of the wafers by hand or with a rolling pin inside a resalable plastic bag until they become coarse crumbs. Set aside.
  • In a round 9-inch springform pan, layer in one-third of the whipped cream, smoothing evenly with a spatula. Then layer half of the remaining flat whole wafers close to each other, then one-third more of the whipped cream, then the remaining whole wafers and finally top with the rest of the whipped cream. Garnish the top of cake with the crushed wafers.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours.
  • Run a paring knife around the springform pan and release the wall of the pan from around the cake. Leave the cake on the bottom of the pan and transfer to a serving dish or cake stand, then slice and serve.

EASY CHOCOLATE ICEBOX CAKE



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People are very impressed when they eat this, because the cookies get soft and meld together with the cream. They think that somehow you made really thin strips of chocolate cake, and they can never figure out how you got them to stand up. Best if you make it the day before.

Provided by isobel

Categories     Desserts

Time 8h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream, divided
½ cup sweet sherry
1 (9 ounce) package chocolate wafer cookies (such as Nabisco® Famous Chocolate Wafers)
1 tablespoon grated milk chocolate
1 tablespoon slivered almonds, for garnish
aluminum foil

Steps:

  • Beat 3/4 cup cream in a chilled glass or metal bowl using an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Spread a long rectangular layer of whipped cream, about 10 inches by 2 inches, onto a serving plate.
  • Pour sherry into a flat-bottomed bowl. Dip a wafer cookie quickly into the sherry, spread one side of it with whipped cream, and stand it up on the layer of cream on the serving plate. Position a glass or can to hold the cookie up on the plain side, if necessary.
  • Repeat, spreading cream on one side of a cookie and placing it next to the cream-covered side of the previous cookie. Continue until all cookies are used. Cover the cake with aluminum foil and refrigerate 8 hours to overnight.
  • Unwrap the cake. Beat remaining 3/4 cup cream in a chilled glass or metal bowl using an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Cover the cake on all sides with whipped cream. Sprinkle with grated chocolate and almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316.6 calories, Carbohydrate 27.3 g, Cholesterol 62.1 mg, Fat 21.8 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 11.9 g, Sodium 290.5 mg, Sugar 10.2 g

CHOCOLATE-RICOTTA ICEBOX CAKE



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Cool, refreshing and chocolate!! Use a high quality chocolate for this--flavored, if you like. From Everyday FOODS magazine.

Provided by Caroline Cooks

Categories     Dessert

Time 7h

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

14 ounces semisweet chocolate (do not use chips)
2 (15 ounce) containers part-skim ricotta cheese, room temperature
3/4 cup heavy cream
1 (9 ounce) package chocolate wafers (about 44 cookies)

Steps:

  • Prepare pan by removing sides from a 9" round springform pan.
  • Place a sheet of waxed paper over bottom, leaving an overhang; lock sides onto bottom firmly securing paper.
  • Spray inside of pan with cooking spray; line sides with a strip of waxed paper 28 inches long and 4 inches wide.
  • Make chocolate-ricotta mixture:.
  • Break 12 oz. of chocolate into pieces.
  • Place on a heatproof medium bowl set over (not in) a pan of simmering water.
  • Cook, stirring occasionally, until chocolate has melted 8-10 minutes.
  • In a food processor, blend ricotta until very smooth, about 1 minute, scraping down sides of bowl.
  • Add warm chocolate; blend until smooth.
  • In a large bowl, beat cream until stiff peaks form.
  • With a rubber spatula, gently fold in chocolate-ricotta mixture.
  • Assemble cake:.
  • Arrange half of cookies in an overlapping pattern to cover bottom of pan.
  • Spoon half of chocolate-ricotta mix on top of cookies; smooth top.
  • Cover with remaining cookies; top with remaining mixture and smooth top.
  • Cover with plastic wrap; refrigerate at least 6 hours or up to 2 days.
  • To serve:.
  • Release sides of pan and remove waxed paper from sides.
  • Using bottom piece of waxed paper, pull cake onto platter.
  • With a metal spatula, lift cake and remove waxed paper.
  • Using a vegetable peeler, shave remaining 2 oz. of chocolate over top of cake. With a knife dipped in hot water, cut cake into 10 slices.
  • (Wipe knife clean and re-dip in water for each slice).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 495.3, Fat 38.1, SaturatedFat 22.5, Cholesterol 52.9, Sodium 277, Carbohydrate 35.5, Fiber 7.5, Sugar 8.2, Protein 17.4

CHOCOLATE-RICOTTA ICEBOX CAKE



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Make and share this Chocolate-Ricotta Icebox Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by scarley

Categories     Dessert

Time 7h

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

nonstick cooking spray
14 ounces semisweet chocolate (do not use chips)
2 (15 ounce) containers part-skim ricotta cheese, room temperature
3/4 cup heavy cream
1 (9 ounce) package chocolate wafers (about 44 cookies)

Steps:

  • Prepare pan: Remove sides from a 9-inch round springform pan (see note, below). Place a sheet of waxed paper over bottom, leaving an overhang; lock sides onto bottom, firmly securing paper. Spray inside of pan with cooking spray; line sides with a strip of waxed paper 28 inches long and 4 inches wide.
  • Make chocolate-ricotta mixture: Break 12 ounces of chocolate into pieces. Place in a heatproof medium bowl set over, not in, a pan of simmering water. Cook, stirring occasionally, until chocolate has melted, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • In a food processor, blend ricotta until very smooth, about 1 minute, scraping down sides of bowl. Add warm chocolate; blend until smooth. In a large bowl, beat cream until stiff peaks form. With a rubber spatula, gently fold in chocolate-ricotta mixture.
  • Assemble cake: Arrange half the cookies in an overlapping pattern to cover bottom of pan. Spoon half the chocolate-ricotta mixture on top of cookies; smooth top. Cover with remaining cookies; top with remaining chocolate-ricotta mixture, and smooth top. Cover with plastic wrap; refrigerate at least 6 hours and up to 2 days.
  • Before serving, release sides of pan and remove waxed paper from sides. Using bottom piece of waxed paper, pull cake onto a platter; with a metal spatula, lift cake and remove waxed paper. Using a vegetable peeler, shave remaining 2 ounces chocolate over top of cake. With a knife dipped in hot water, cut cake into 10 slices (wipe off knife, and dip in hot water after each slice).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 495.3, Fat 38.1, SaturatedFat 22.5, Cholesterol 52.9, Sodium 277, Carbohydrate 35.5, Fiber 7.5, Sugar 8.2, Protein 17.4

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor. A semisweet or bittersweet chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 60% is ideal.
  • Make sure the ricotta cheese is well-drained. This will help to prevent the cake from being too wet.
  • Chill the cake for at least 4 hours before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and the cake to set properly.
  • Serve the cake with fresh berries, whipped cream, or a drizzle of chocolate sauce for a special touch.

Conclusion:

With its creamy, chocolatey filling and crispy cookie crust, this Chocolate Ricotta Icebox Cake is an easy and delicious dessert that's perfect for any occasion. It's also a great make-ahead dessert, so you can have it ready to serve when you need it.

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