CHOCOLATE ORANGE TORTE
This eye-catching dessert takes the cake at any holiday gathering. Chocolate truffles on top are a fantastic finishing touch.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 55m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- In a large heavy saucepan, stir chocolate chips and butter until melted. In a small bowl, beat egg yolks until lemon-colored. Gradually stir in warm chocolate mixture; return all to the pan. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture reaches 160°. , Remove from the heat. Stir in confectioners' sugar until blended. Place 1/2 cup in a small bowl; pour remaining chocolate mixture into a small bowl for filling. Cover each bowl with a paper towel. Let stand for up to 1 hour or until soft-set. , For truffles, roll the 1/2-cup portion into 12 balls. Roll in sprinkles or pecans. Cover and refrigerate until serving., In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in extract. Combine flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture alternately with water. , Pour into three greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes; remove from pans to wire racks to cool completely., For frosting, in a microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter, chocolate chips and 1/3 cup milk; microwave until melted. Whisk in extract until smooth. Gradually whisk in confectioners' sugar. , Transfer to a large bowl. Place in a large bowl of ice water. With a hand mixer, beat on medium speed until stiff peaks form, about 7 minutes; set aside. , For filling, gradually add enough of the remaining milk to reserved chocolate mixture, beating until it achieves spreading consistency., Place one cake layer on a serving plate; spread with half of the filling. Repeat layers. Spread 2-2/3 cups frosting over top and sides of cake. Using a #195 star tip, pipe the remaining frosting into 12 rosettes on top of cake. Place a truffle on each rosette. Press chocolate sprinkles onto sides of cake. Store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 977 calories, Fat 54g fat (31g saturated fat), Cholesterol 241mg cholesterol, Sodium 621mg sodium, Carbohydrate 122g carbohydrate (95g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 10g protein.
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Kimera abudalah
[email protected]Overall, I thought the chocolate orange torte was a good recipe. It was easy to make and the results were delicious.
Anthony Gonsalves-Borreijeirro
[email protected]The chocolate orange torte was dense and fudgy, with a strong orange flavor. I think it would be even better with a little bit of whipped cream or ice cream on top.
Nonhle khathi
[email protected]This was my first time making a torte, and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and it was easy to follow. The torte was a big hit with my family and friends.
Shani tv
[email protected]I had some trouble getting the torte out of the pan in one piece, but other than that, it was a great recipe. The torte was rich and chocolatey, with just the right amount of orange flavor.
Maliku Kashmiry
[email protected]This torte was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. Otherwise, it was a delicious and impressive dessert.
Kudzai Ngandu
[email protected]The chocolate orange torte was easy to make and turned out beautifully. I would recommend using a good quality chocolate for the best flavor.
IRSHAN NOOR
[email protected]I made this torte for my husband's birthday, and he loved it! He said it was the best chocolate cake he's ever had.
Emmanuel McDougal
[email protected]This chocolate orange torte was a hit at my dinner party! The combination of chocolate and orange was絶妙, and the torte was moist and decadent. I will definitely be making this again.