Best 3 Himmeltorte Heavenly Torte Recipes
At its most basic, a Himmeltorte is a German cake made from two layers of nut-meringue, sandwiched together with vanilla cream and topped with whipped cream. However, while simple in design, this cake is heavenly in taste, and the nut-meringue layers are a particularly delightful component. If you’re feeling daunted by the name, fear not, as this recipe will break down the process in a simple and easy-to-follow way, leaving you with a show-stopping dessert that is sure to impress your friends and family.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
HIMMELTORTE - HEAVENLY TORTE
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
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.
HIMMEL FUTTER TORTE
This recipe was a favorite of my grandma's. As kids, we called it "Dark Secret" because Grandma would vary the fruit with the season and we never knew what she hid under the cream.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h
Yield 12-15 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar until light. Add shortening and vanilla; beat well. Combine flour, baking powder, salt, dates and nuts; add to bowl and mix well. Spread in a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. , Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until cake tests done. Cool on a wire rack. Break torte into small pieces and arrange on a serving plate. Just before serving, place fruit on top and cover with whipped cream. Fruit can be varied by season.
Nutrition Facts :
STEPHENSON'S RESTAURANTS FRESH APPLE FRITTERS
If you lived in Kansas City, Mo from the late 60's to mid 90's to probably had gone to Stephenson's Restaurants the original being at 40 Highway and Lee's Summit Road. They have long since been closed, however I was able to purchase a recipe book called Stephenson's Restaurants Receipts Old Family Secret Recipes that have some of the original restaurants popular dishes. The Apple Fritters were a signature dish,. This is a wonderful recipe and I am glad I was able to share it again with those who remember it.
Provided by Kathy Coan
Categories Quick Breads
Time 40m
Yield 40 Fritters, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Beat egg, In a mixing bowl combine the milk, egg, and melted margarine. Add the orange juice, rind, chopped apples (skins can be left on ) and vanilla. Sift together the flour, salt, baking powder and stir into milk mixture with a spoon until blended. Do not over mix. Preheat oil in a skillet to 350 degrees. drop off end of tablespoon into hot oil. Fry to a golden brown. Turn so they brown evenly. Allow to cool. Roll in powdered sugar. Serve with salads or eat as dessert.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1284.5, Fat 116.9, SaturatedFat 16.3, Cholesterol 27.5, Sodium 328.1, Carbohydrate 55.4, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 14.3, Protein 7
Tips:
- Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting.
- Use a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment to beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Divide the batter between two 9-inch round baking pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- While the cakes are baking, make the filling by combining the milk, sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a saucepan.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 1 minute, or until the mixture has thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract.
- Allow the filling to cool slightly before spreading it between the two layers of cake.
- Top with the whipped cream and grated chocolate.
- Refrigerate the torte for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Conclusion:
Himmel torte is a delicious and elegant dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its light and fluffy layers of cake, creamy filling, and rich chocolate topping, 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 himmel torte a try. You won't be disappointed!
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