Best 4 Elegant Easy Torte Recipes

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Have you been searching for an elegant and easy torte recipe that will impress your guests? Look no further! This article will guide you through the process of creating a stunning torte that is sure to be the star of any gathering. With just a few simple ingredients and a touch of creativity, you can make a delicious and sophisticated dessert that will leave your friends and family asking for more.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

ELEGANT CHOCOLATE TORTE



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When I want to serve a really special dessert, I turn to this recipe. The tender, four-layer chocolate cake has a yummy pudding-like filling. Instead of the whipped cream frosting, you could use chocolate-flavored whipped topping. -Lois Gallup Edwards, Woodland, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h20m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 23

1/3 cup all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-3/4 cups 2% milk
1 cup chocolate syrup
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
BATTER:
1/2 cup butter, softened
1-1/4 cups sugar
4 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup baking cocoa
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups chocolate syrup
1/2 cup water
FROSTING:
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup chocolate syrup
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • For filling, in a small saucepan, combine the flour, sugar and salt. Stir in milk and syrup until smooth. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. , Remove from heat. Stir a small amount of hot mixture into egg; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in butter and vanilla. Cool to room temperature, stirring often., In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each. Stir in vanilla. Combine dry ingredients; add to creamed mixture alternately with syrup and water. Beat just until combined., Pour into two greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes; remove from pans to wire racks to cool., Cut each cake in half horizontally. Place one bottom layer on a serving plate; spread with a third of the filling. Repeat layers twice. Top with remaining cake. In a large bowl, beat frosting ingredients until stiff peaks form; spread or pipe over top and sides of cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 456 calories, Fat 20g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 126mg cholesterol, Sodium 367mg sodium, Carbohydrate 64g carbohydrate (47g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

25 BEST TORTE RECIPE COLLECTION



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These tantalizing torte recipes will give you a reason to celebrate no matter the occasion! They're perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, and more.

Provided by insanelygood

Categories     Desserts     Recipe Roundup

Number Of Ingredients 25

Hungarian Dobos Torte
Flourless Chocolate Torte
Brownie Berry Torte with Vanilla Custard Filling
Spumoni Torte
Sacher Torte
Blackberry Opera Torte (Diva Cake)
Chocolate Espresso Torte
Strawberry Torte
Traditional German Black Forest Cake
Bavarian Apple Torte
Pumpkin Torte
Triple Chocolate Mousse Torte
Gluten-Free Flourless Chocolate Torte (Kosher for Passover)
Old-Fashioned Rhubarb Torte
Chocolate Bavarian Torte
Frozen Pineapple Torte
Frozen Mocha Torte
Almond Torte
Chocolate Coconut Cake
Mango Cake with Whipped Cream Icing
Fresh Berry Cream Cake
Chocolate Pecan Torte (Gluten-Free)
Raspberry Rose Angel Food Dream Cake
Red, White, and Blue Cake
Pecan Praline Pumpkin Torte

Steps:

  • Select your favorite recipe.
  • Organize all the required ingredients.
  • Prep a delicious torte recipe in 30 minutes or less!

Nutrition Facts :

ELEGANT CHOCOLATE TORTE



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A tender, four layer chocolate cake has a yummy pudding-like filling. Instead of the whipped cream frosting, you could use chocolate-flavored whipped topping." From Taste of Home.

Provided by Courtly

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

1/3 cup flour
3 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 3/4 cups milk
1 cup chocolate syrup
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 1/4 cups sugar
4 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/4 cups flour
1/3 cup baking cocoa
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups chocolate syrup
1/2 cup water
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup chocolate syrup
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • For filling, in a small saucepan, combine flour, sugar and salt. Stir in milk and syrup until smooth. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened.
  • Remove from heat. Stir in a small amount of hot mixture into egg; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in butter and vanilla. Cool to room temperature, stirring often.
  • In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each. Stir in vanilla. Combine dry ingredients; add to creamed mixture alternately with syrup and water. Beat just until combined.
  • Pour into two greased and floured 9 inch round baking pans. Bake at 350 for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes; remove from pans to wire racks to cool.
  • Cut each cake in half horizontally. Place one bottom layer on a serving plate; spread with a third of the filling. Repeat layers twice. Top with remaining cake. In a mixing bowl, beat frosting ingredients until stiff peaks form; spread or pipe over top and sides of cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 503.2, Fat 25, SaturatedFat 14.3, Cholesterol 128.8, Sodium 514.5, Carbohydrate 63.5, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 35.7, Protein 7.5

ELEGANT CHOCOLATE ANGEL TORTE



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Impress your company with this beautiful torte. Delicious chocolate angel food cake layered with a strawberry whipped cream mixture. Cooking time may vary depending on the angel food cake mix you have.

Provided by Crafty Lady 13

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/3 cup cocoa
1 (15 ounce) package two-step angel food cake mix
2 (1 1/3 ounce) envelopes dry whipped dessert topping mix
1 cup cold nonfat milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup strawberry puree
strawberry (to garnish)

Steps:

  • To make strawberry puree, mash 2 cups sliced fresh strawberries (or frozen strawberries thawed) in blender or food processor. Cover, blend until smooth. Puree should measure 1 cup.
  • Move oven rack to lowest position.
  • Sift cocoa over contents of cake flour packet, stir to blend. Proceed with mixing cake as directed on package. Bake and cool as directed for 10-inch tube pan. Carefully run knife along side of pan to loosen cake; remove rom pan. Using a serrated knife, slice cake horizontally into four layers.
  • Prepare whipped toppying mix as directed on package, using 1 cup nonfat milk and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Blend in strawberry puree.
  • Place bottom cake layer on serving plate; spread with 1/4 of topping. Set next cake layer on top; spread with 1/4 of topping. Continue layering cake and topping. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Slice cake with sharp serrated knife, cutting with gentle sawing motions. Serve sliced cake with strawberry garnishes. Cover; refrigerate leftover cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139.1, Fat 2.3, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 0.3, Sodium 210, Carbohydrate 27.5, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 15.5, Protein 3.5

Tips:

  • Choose the right pan: Use a springform pan with a removable bottom for easy slicing and serving.
  • Prepare the pan: Grease and flour the pan, or use parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  • Use room temperature ingredients: This will ensure that your batter mixes evenly and bakes properly.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can result in a tough, dense torte. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the torte until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: Do not overbake, or the torte will be dry.
  • Let the torte cool completely before serving: This will allow the flavors to develop and the torte to set.

Conclusion:

With a little planning and effort, you can create an elegant and delicious torte that will impress your friends and family. These recipes provide a variety of options to choose from, so you can find the perfect torte for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a classic chocolate torte, a fruity summer torte, or a decadent mousse torte, you're sure to find a recipe that you'll love. So get baking and enjoy!

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