Best 5 Grandmas Heavenly Torte Recipes

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If you're looking for a dessert that will delight your taste buds and leave you feeling nostalgic, then Grandma's Heavenly Torte is the perfect recipe for you. This classic torte combines layers of delicate cake, creamy custard, and sweet fruit, creating a dessert that is both visually stunning and incredibly delicious. With its rich flavors and elegant presentation, Grandma's Heavenly Torte is sure to be the star of any special occasion, whether it's a family gathering, a holiday party, or a romantic dinner.

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GRANDMA'S PARTY TORTE RECIPE



Grandma's Party Torte Recipe image

This party torte dessert has a soft sweet marshmallow-like center, a crisp meringue crust, and homemade whipped cream frosting.

Provided by Molly

Categories     Dessert

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 egg whites
1 1/2 teaspoon vinegar
2 teaspoons vanilla
3 cups sifted white sugar
3 cups heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup powdered sugar (optional)
fruit, such as berries (optional)

Steps:

  • Bring egg whites to room temperature.
  • Add vanilla and vinegar to egg whites and beat until soft peaks form.
  • Add sifted sugar 1 tablespoon at a time.
  • Continue beating until very stiff peaks form and all sugar is dissolved.
  • Spread into three 9-inch round cake pans. Use pans with a blade scraper, or line pans with brown paper.
  • Bake at 300 degrees for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
  • Cool thoroughly in pans, then turn out.
  • Whip heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar (optional) until medium to stiff peaks form.
  • Spread whipped cream between layers and on top and sides.
  • Chill in refrigerator 12 hours or overnight.
  • Top with diced fruit before serving, if desired.

HIMMELTORTE - HEAVENLY TORTE



Himmeltorte - Heavenly Torte image

The story is that the original recipe was created in Austria in the 1830's to console the Duke of Vienna, who was bereft from the loss of one of his chefs. The base is very like a shortbread cookie. Some versions of this recipe call for the base to be baked in a larger pan and assembled in one large layer. When I made it, I baked the base in one big piece and divided it equally into thirds to stack. Baking time approximate. From the Wisconsin Dutch Chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947

Provided by Molly53

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 1/2 cups butter
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 egg yolks
1 teaspoon lemon rind, grated
4 cups flour, sifted
1 egg white, unbeaten
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 cup pecans, chopped
3/4 cup seedless raspberry preserves
4 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 egg yolks, beaten
2 cups sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • For the filling: Mix sugar and cornstarch together and add to egg yolks.
  • Stir in sour cream and cook in double boiler until it coats the spoon.
  • Add the flavorings and stir well.
  • Let cool to room temperature before assembling cake.
  • For the base: Preheat oven to 450°F.
  • Cream butter and 1/4 cup sugar; add salt and egg yolks, one at a time and beat until smooth after each.
  • Add lemon rind and flour.
  • In another bowl, mix egg white, sugar, cinnamon and pecans together lightly.
  • Divide dough into thirds and pat into three 7" x 11" pans; spread the tops with the egg white mixture.
  • Bake for ten minutes, then reduce heat to 350F and bake approximately 10 to 15 minutes more.
  • Turn out onto cooling rack.
  • When torte is cold, spread two of the layers with raspberry jam and some of the filling.
  • Stack layers and cover all with remaining filling.

GRANDMOTHER'S HEAVENLY CHOCOLATE CAKE



Grandmother's Heavenly Chocolate Cake image

I remember my grandmother making this cake often-it was always my favorite. Through the years I've made it for my family, for company and for church dinners.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup shortening
2 cups sugar
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons baking cocoa
2 tablespoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups buttermilk
CHOCOLATE ICING:
3/4 cup baking cocoa
3/4 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup evaporated milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
6 to 6-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a bowl, cream shortening and sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, and beat until fluffy. Add vanilla. Combine flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk. Beat until smooth. Pour into three greased and waxed paper-lined 8-in. round baking pans. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool. , For icing, beat cocoa, butter, milk, vanilla and 6 cups sugar in a bowl until creamy. Spread frosting between layers and on top and sides of cake.

Nutrition Facts :

GRANDMA'S HEAVENLY ONIONS



Grandma's Heavenly Onions image

Delicious and unusual. Grandma really knows how to cook!

Provided by DIXYDAHL1N

Categories     Onion Side Dishes

Time 12h50m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon butter
4 large sweet onions, sliced
½ pound Swiss cheese, shredded
10 slices Italian bread
¼ cup butter, softened
½ cup milk
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
3 teaspoons soy sauce
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter and saute onions until translucent. Transfer onions to a 9x12 inch casserole dish and sprinkle cheese over onions. Spread butter on both sides of the bread, then lay the bread over the cheese.
  • In a medium bowl combine milk, soup, soy sauce, salt and pepper. Mix well and pour over bread. Cover and refrigerate over night.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bake in preheated oven for 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247.1 calories, Carbohydrate 19.6 g, Cholesterol 36.8 mg, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 9.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 494.4 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

GRANDMA'S JAM TORTE



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my grandma on my dad's side was a superb cook and baker. She would make this cake almost every weekend. Please note that a lot of the recipes she left for us were given down orally. for example when she gave my mom and i this recipe she litterally said: Bake until done. baking times are estimated by the many times i've made this cake.

Provided by Mizzy

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 1h

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup butter, at room temp
1 cup sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup self rising flour (or 1 cup all-purpose flour with 1 teaspoon baking powder)
your favorite jam
pecans (optional)

Steps:

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • mix the ingredients for the crust together by hand until well blended.
  • Flatten about 2/3 of dough into a 9X13 pan, or a large round pizza pan.
  • Its up to you, how thick you want the crust.
  • Spread as much jam as you like over the crust and sprinkle with nuts.
  • use the remaining dough to form into ribbons.
  • Place ribbons in a lattice position.
  • Bake for 35-40 minutes until lightly browned.
  • Enjoy this warm, or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 137.5, Fat 7.8, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 20.3, Sodium 120.7, Carbohydrate 16.2, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 8.4, Protein 1.1

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the taste of your torte.
  • Make sure your oven is preheated before you start baking. This will help the torte to cook evenly.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the torte tough.
  • Bake the torte until it is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the torte cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting to set properly.
  • Store the torte in the refrigerator. It will keep for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Grandma's Heavenly Torte is a delicious and decadent dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its rich chocolate flavor and creamy frosting, this torte is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special dessert to make, give Grandma's Heavenly Torte a try. You won't be disappointed.

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