Prep your cake batter. Follow the package directions for your boxed chocolate cake mix. Give the chocolate a boost by adding some espresso powder to enhance its flavor.
Blend the ricotta mixture. In a food processor, combine ricotta cheese, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and kosher salt until smooth and silky.
Layer the batters and bake. Spread the chocolate layer evenly, followed by the ricotta mixture, making sure to cover the cake completely. Don’t worry if there are thin streaks of the ricotta mixture or cracks on the surface after it comes out of the oven.
Make the chocolate pudding topping, finish, and serve. The texture of the pudding mix combined with the Cool Whip creates a cloud-like topping that’s the perfect final layer for this cake. Remember to chill first before cutting.
