When it comes to irresistible desserts, chocolate strawberry torte stands out as a remarkable combination of flavors and textures. This exquisite cake features layers of moist chocolate sponge cake, creamy strawberry filling, and decadent chocolate ganache, creating a symphony of taste and visual appeal. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this guide will unveil the secrets to crafting a stunning and delicious chocolate strawberry torte that will leave a lasting impression on your taste buds and those of your loved ones.
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
STRAWBERRY-CHOCOLATE MERINGUE TORTE
I make this rich and delicious torte whenever I'm asked to bring dessert to any occasion. Use reduced-calorie whipped topping to create a lighter version. -Christine McCullough, Auburn, Massachusetts
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h55m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine strawberries and 1 teaspoon sugar. In another bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add confectioners' sugar and vanilla; beat until soft peaks form. Refrigerate strawberries and whipped cream, covered, until assembly., Preheat oven to 250°. Line a baking sheet with parchment. Trace two 8-in. circles 1 in. apart on paper; set aside. Add cream of tartar and salt to egg whites; beat on medium speed until foamy. Gradually add remaining sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high after each addition until sugar is dissolved. Continue beating until stiff glossy peaks form. Spread evenly over circles., Bake until set and dry, 70-80 minutes. Turn off oven (do not open oven door); leave meringues in oven 1-1/2 hours. Remove from oven; cool completely. , In a microwave, melt chocolate chips; stir until smooth. Spread evenly over tops of meringues. Carefully remove one meringue to a serving plate. Remove whipped cream from refrigerator; beat until stiff peaks form. Spread half of the whipped cream over the meringue; top with half of the strawberries. Repeat layers. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 470 calories, Fat 26g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 154mg sodium, Carbohydrate 58g carbohydrate (54g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
HAZELNUT, CHOCOLATE AND STRAWBERRY TORTE
Categories Cake Chocolate Dessert Bake Strawberry Spring Hazelnut Bon Appétit Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- for cake:
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Butter and flour 9-inch-diameter cake pan with 2-inch-high sides. Line bottom with parchment. Butter and flour parchment. Finely grind hazelnuts and 2 tablespoons sugar in processor. Place 2/3 cup ground-nut mixture in medium bowl; add flour and whisk to blend. Reserve remaining nut mixture for garnish.
- Using electric mixer, beat eggs and 2/3 cup sugar in large bowl until mixture is thick and slowly dissolving ribbon forms when beaters are lifted, about 8 minutes. Fold in flour mixture in 3 additions.
- Transfer batter to prepared pan. Bake cake until top is golden and tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 28 minutes. Transfer cake to rack. Cool in pan 10 minutes. Run small knife between pan sides and cake to loosen. Turn cake out onto rack; peel off parchment. Cool completely.
- for ganache:
- Bring cream to simmer in large saucepan. Remove from heat. Add chocolate and whisk until melted and smooth. Pour into 13x9x2-inch glass dish. Refrigerate until ganache thickens to spreadable consistency, stirring occasionally, about 1 hour 30 minutes (ganache will resemble thick pudding). Transfer 3/4 cup chocolate ganache to small bowl; set aside for garnish.
- Cut cake horizontally into 2 layers (layers will be thin). Place 1 cake layer, cut side up, on platter. Spread 1/2 cup chocolate ganache over. Arrange sliced strawberries in slightly overlapping concentric circles over ganache. Spread 1/2 cup ganache over cut side of second cake layer. Place cake layer atop strawberries, ganache side down, and press slightly to adhere. Spread remaining chocolate ganache over sides and top of cake. Gently press reserved ground hazelnuts onto sides of cake.
- Transfer reserved 3/4 cup ganache to pastry bag fitted with medium star tip. Pipe 8 rosettes around top edge of cake, spacing apart. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover with cake dome and refrigerate. Let stand at room temperature 1 hour before continuing.)
- Starting 1/3 inch from stem end of whole strawberries, thinly slice strawberries lengthwise to tip. Press slices slightly to fan. Place fanned berries between rosettes on cake. Garnish with additional toasted hazelnuts, if desired.
STRAWBERRY-ALMOND CHOCOLATE TORTE
"This layer cake is wonderful when strawberries are in season," Diane Kensinger of Manheim, Pennsylvania notes of her eye-catching dinner finale. "Sometimes I'll make it and invite family for a spur-of-the-minute dessert night! The recipe won first prize at a local farm show."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Coat the bottom of three 9-in. round baking pans with cooking spray; line with waxed paper. Spray the paper with cooking spray and dust with flour; set aside. Sift the flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt together three times. , Beat egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar, about 2 tablespoons at a time, on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved. Combine coffee and extracts. Fold dry ingredients into egg mixture alternately with coffee mixture. , Spread into prepared pans. Bake at 375° for 10-15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks. Gently peel off waxed paper. Cool completely., In a bowl, gently mash the strawberries; stir in almond extract. Fold in whipped topping. Place one cake layer on a serving platter; top with half of the filling. Repeat layers. Top with remaining cake layer. , In a small bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Combine confectioners' sugar and cocoa; add to cream. Beat until stiff peaks form. Frost top of cake. Garnish with almonds and strawberries. Chill for at least 1 hour before cutting. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 271 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 254mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
CHOCOLATE STRAWBERRY TORTE
The gorgeous torte combines two great ingredients-chocolate and strawberries. -Paula Magnus, Republic, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 50m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Line bottoms of 2 greased 9-in. round baking pans with parchment; grease paper., In a microwave, melt chocolate and butter; stir until smooth. Cool. Transfer to a large bowl; beat in sugar until blended. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to chocolate mixture alternately with water, beating well after each addition., Transfer batter to prepared pans. Bake 28-33 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks; remove paper. Cool completely., In a large bowl, combine filling ingredients; set aside. For glaze, in a microwave, melt chocolate and butter; stir until smooth. Stir in confectioners' sugar, water and vanilla until smooth. Cool slightly., Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread with half of each of the following: whipped topping and strawberry filling. Drizzle with half of the glaze. Repeat layers. Store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 461 calories, Fat 19g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 297mg sodium, Carbohydrate 68g carbohydrate (43g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
STRAWBERRY CHOCOLATE TORTE
"I made this special dessert for my husband on Valentine's Day, and he really enjoyed it," relates Suzanne Zick of Iron Station, North Carolina. "It's pretty simple and tastes wonderful!" In the Taste of Home Test Kitchen, the word was "Yum!" when we tried this refrigerator torte. Tucked inside the chocolate crumb crust is a fluffy chocolate filling with a layer of fresh berries.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 15m
Yield 10-12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a microwave, melt 1/2 cup butter. In a small bowl, combine the cracker crumbs,butter and sugar until crumbly. Press onto the bottom and 1-1/2 in. up the sides of a greased 9-in. springform pan; Chill., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, beat the whipped topping, sour cream and pudding mix until blended. Spread half over crust. Arrange strawberries over the top. Spread with remaining filling. , In a microwave, melt chocolate and remaining butter; stir until smooth. Cool to room temperature. Drizzle over filling. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 313 calories, Fat 18g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 309mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
WHITE CHOCOLATE STRAWBERRY TORTE
"This decadent dessert has proved popular at family gatherings," says Denise McNab of Warington, Pennsylvania.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 20m
Yield 10-12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Set aside 2 tablespoons wafer crumbs. Combine almonds, butter and remaining crumbs; press onto the bottom of an ungreased 9-in. springform pan. Spoon 5 tablespoons of melted white chocolate over crust; sprinkle with reserved wafer crumbs. Arrange whole strawberries, tips up, over crumbs., In a bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, juice concentrate and vanilla. Beat in remaining white chocolate. In another bowl, beat cream until soft peaks form. Stir 2 cups into the creamed cheese mixture; mix well. Fold in remaining whipped cream. Spread between and over strawberries. Cover and chill for 3 hours or overnight., Carefully run a knife around sides of pan to loosen. Remove sides. Arrange four 1-1/2-in.-wide strips of waxed paper over top; sprinkle cocoa between strips. Remove waxed paper. Place halved strawberries between cocoa rows.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 321 calories, Fat 27g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 115mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
STRAWBERRY GLAZED CHOCOLATE FUDGE TORTE
I love flour less chocolate Torte. I decided to add a Strawberry glaze to this delicious easy torte. It is fabulous. Enjoy for dessert topped with hot fudge, Strawbrery glaze,and whipped cream. Yummy!!
Provided by Nor Mac
Categories Fruit Desserts
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- 1. Butter a 9 inch spring form pan. Heat oven to 350 degree's. In a stainless steel bowl combine chocolate chips with chopped butter. Heat water in a sauce pan. Place bowl over boiling water. Bowl should be big enough that it does not touch the boiling water.
- 2. Stir chocolate,and butter until melted. Place in fridge to cool.
- 3. in a bowl place sugar,eggs and salt. Beat on medium speed until eggs are lightening in color,and it is thick and fluffy. About 5 minutes.
- 4. pour chocolate a little at a time folding in to egg mixture. When it is folded in well. Pour in to Spring form pan,and bake 25-40 minutes. until pick comes out a bit moist with a few crumbs. Not wet.
- 5. cool on rack. Remove ring from pan.Make the strawberry sauce. Place Strawberries with juice in to food processor.Process until it is pureed. Pour in to bowl. Add the sugar,and lemon juice. Stir and refrigerate.
- 6. make whipped cream. Beat the cream,sugar and vanilla in a bowl until soft peaks form,and refrigerate.
- 7. Cut Torte in to slices. Serve warm hot fudge on top of each slice. Drizzle with Strawberry sauce,and fresh sliced strawberries. Top with whipped cream.
WHITE CHOCOLATE STRAWBERRY TORTE RECIPE - (4.3/5)
Provided by á-175897
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Set aside 2 tablespoons wafer crumbs. Combine almonds, butter and remaining crumbs; press onto the bottom of an ungreased 9-inch springform pan. Spoon 5 tablespoons of melted white chocolate over crust; sprinkle with reserved wafer crumbs. Arrange whole strawberries, tips up, over crumbs. In a bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, juice concentrate and vanilla. Beat in remaining white chocolate. In another bowl, beat cream until soft peaks form. Stir 2 cups into the creamed cheese mixture; mix well. Fold in remaining whipped cream. Spread between and over strawberries. Cover and chill for 3 hours or overnight. Carefully run a knife around sides of pan to loosen. Remove sides. Arrange four 1-1/2-inch wide strips of waxed paper over top; sprinkle cocoa between strips. Remove waxed paper. Place halved strawberries between cocoa rows.
CHOCOLATE STRAWBERRY TORTE RECIPE
I found this recipe on the Taste of Home website while searching for strawberries and the photo had me drooling!!! I am posting it here so I can make it in the near future. Here is what the description states: "The gorgeous torte combines two great ingredients-chocolate and strawberries. -Paula Magnus, Republic, Washington.
Provided by diner524
Categories Dessert
Time 50m
Yield 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a microwave, melt chocolate and butter; stir until smooth. Cool. Transfer to a large bowl; beating sugar until blended. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to chocolate mixture alternately with water beating well after each addition.
- Pour into two greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake at 350° for 28-33 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.
- In a large bowl, combine filling ingredients; set aside. For glaze, in a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate and butter; stir until smooth. Stir in confectioners' sugar, water and vanilla until smooth. Cool slightly.
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread with half of the whipped topping; drizzle with half of the glaze. Top with half of the filling. Repeat layers. Store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 651.6, Fat 34.8, SaturatedFat 22.5, Cholesterol 95.5, Sodium 351.4, Carbohydrate 85.2, Fiber 5.8, Sugar 52.8, Protein 8.9
Tips:
- For the best results, use high-quality chocolate. A semisweet or bittersweet chocolate with a cocoa content of 60-70% is ideal.
- Make sure the butter is at room temperature before you start baking. This will help the batter to mix more easily and create a smoother cake.
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough.
- Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs attached. Overbaking will make the cake dry.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
- For a smooth and glossy frosting, use a stand mixer or hand mixer to beat the butter and cream cheese until light and fluffy. Gradually add the powdered sugar until the frosting is thick and spreadable.
- If you're using fresh strawberries, be sure to hull them before slicing them. To hull a strawberry, use a small knife to remove the green top and stem.
- Arrange the strawberries on top of the frosted cake in a single layer. You can also drizzle the cake with melted chocolate or chocolate ganache for extra decadence.
Conclusion:
This chocolate strawberry torte is a delicious and decadent dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The rich chocolate cake is perfectly complemented by the sweet and tangy strawberries, and the creamy frosting adds a touch of luxury. With its beautiful presentation, this cake is sure to impress your guests. So next time you're looking for a special dessert to make, give this chocolate strawberry torte a try.
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