Sicilian ricotta cake

Instructions

1. Step 1

   Heat the oven to 180C/fan 160C/gas 4. Oil the base and sides of an 8-inch cake tin, then line with greaseproof paper.

2. Step 2

   In a large bowl, combine the ricotta and caster sugar. Beat until the sugar is well incorporated.

3. Step 3

   Crack the eggs into a separate bowl and whisk well. Add the beaten eggs to the ricotta mixture and beat until fully combined and smooth.

4. Step 4

   Tip in the chopped chocolate, mix well and transfer to the cake tin.

5. Step 5

   Cook for around 40 minutes until golden brown and set. Leave to cool in the tin before removing and transferring to a serving platter.