Ricotta cheese and chocolate cake, a delicious recipe

The ricotta and chocolate cheesecake is a delicious version of the classic American cheesecake. What makes the difference in this case is the incorporation of cocoa in the cheese mixture, which gives it a creamy touch and a different color. Instead of maria cookies, the base of the cake can be substituted for graham crackers, which offer a honey flavor and which achieves an interesting contrast. Ricotta cheese is an excellent source of protein, which helps build muscle mass. In addition, it is a good source of phosphorus, selenium, zinc and calcium, essential minerals for the functioning of the nervous system and for the development and maintenance of strong bones. Cocoa, along with its delicious aroma and flavor, has anti-inflammatory effects. Cocoa also contains powerful antioxidants that help prevent diseases of the cardiovascular system, such as arteriosclerosis and thrombosis. Ingredients: 1 package of maria cookies 2 tablespoons of butter 100 grams of unsalted ricotta cheese 100 grams of cream cheese 1 cup of icing sugar 200 grams of cocoa powder 100 grams of unsweetened cocoa 1 tablespoon of vanilla essence ½ can of condensed milk 4 mint leaves to decorate How to prepare ricotta and chocolate cheese cake: Crush the Maria cookies in a plastic bag or in the food processor. Reserve. Melt the butter and add to the crushed cookies, knead and reserve. Grease a refractory mold and cover the bottom and sides of it with the cookie dough. Reserve.Mix the cream cheese with the ricotta cheese at room temperature, until a homogeneous mixture is obtained. Later, add the icing sugar, the cocoa powder and the vanilla essence. Mix well and pour into the mold with the cookie dough. Preheat the oven for 10 minutes at 190º. Bake for 25 minutes and check if it is cooked with the help of a toothpick. Let cool and unmold. Put the cocoa in pieces in a bain-marie until it melts. Add the ½ cup of condensed milk and mix well. Cover the cake with the melted chocolate and decorate with the mint leaves. Do you have a special occasion? This ricotta cheese and chocolate cake is the ideal accompaniment to a celebration. Its smooth texture contrasts with the crunchiness of the base. A true delight that everyone at home will love, it will be an experience that will remain among your best memories. A delicious dessert with a taste and texture without equal.