Shaved bittersweet dark chocolate curls for decorating
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9 × 13-inch baking dish.
For the cake: Prepare the cake batter according to the package directions, adding the espresso powder with the other ingredients. Pour into the baking dish.
In a large bowl, whisk the ricotta cheese, sugar, vanilla, and 4 eggs until smooth. Carefully pour the ricotta cheese mixture over the top of the cake batter. Spread to cover the cake.
Bake for 55 minutes to 1 hour or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. (The ricotta layer will sink while baking.) Transfer the pan to a wire rack and let the cake cool completely.
For the frosting: In a large bowl, whisk the milk and pudding mix until smooth. Carefully fold in the mascarpone cheese and whipped topping. Spread the frosting evenly over the cake and then sprinkle the chocolate curls on top. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours. Slice and serve.
