EASTER NEST TORTE
In this delectable dessert, a luscious cake layer nestles rich mousse and chocolate "twigs." Your guests won't be able to get enough of this unique Easter nest cake recipe. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h15m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. , Spread into a greased 9-in. springform pan. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen. Remove sides and bottom of pan. Cool completely on a wire rack., From a large sheet of waxed paper, cut a 29x5-in. strip. Fold strip lengthwise in half. Place strip on a large sheet of waxed paper on a work surface. Spread melted chocolate evenly along one long edge of waxed paper strip; spread upward, making a wavy line to within 1/2 in. of other long edge. Let stand for 10-30 minutes until chocolate begins to set but is still pliable. , Carefully lift waxed paper strip and wrap chocolate strip around cake with straight edge on the bottom. Do not remove waxed paper. Refrigerate until chilled. Meanwhile, cover three baking sheets with waxed paper. Drizzle remaining melted chocolate from a spatula over waxed paper in both directions. Chill for 10 minutes. Peel off waxed paper; break chocolate into 2- to 3-in. "twigs"; set aside. , For filling, in a small saucepan, combine the sugar and cornstarch. Stir in milk until smooth. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until slightly thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of hot filling into egg yolks; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. , In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over water; let stand for 1 minute. Stir into custard until gelatin is dissolved. Add chopped chocolate; stir until smooth. Cover surface with plastic wrap; cool to room temperature., In a large bowl, beat cream until soft peaks form; fold into chocolate mixture. Carefully spoon over top of cake. Cover and refrigerate for 1-2 hours or until set. Remove waxed paper strip from side of cake. Position chocolate "twigs" around top of cake to create a nest. Arrange candy eggs in center.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 385 calories, Fat 24g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 96mg cholesterol, Sodium 142mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
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Tanique Henriess
[email protected]This torte is absolutely delicious! The chocolate cake is moist and flavorful, the buttercream frosting is light and fluffy, and the candy eggs add a festive touch. It's the perfect dessert for any Easter celebration.
omar zhalka
[email protected]I've made this torte several times and it's always a hit. It's a beautiful and delicious dessert that's perfect for any occasion.
Alisat Miya
[email protected]This was my first time making a torte and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow and the results were delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Kharianwalia Official
[email protected]I made this torte for my Easter party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and I've already had several requests for the recipe.
Joash Dharamligam
[email protected]This torte is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth it. It's a beautiful and delicious dessert that's perfect for a special occasion.
mdjihad hasan
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of chocolate, but I really enjoyed this torte. It was light and fluffy, and the buttercream frosting was perfect.
Mona Niranjan
[email protected]This is the best Easter torte I've ever had! I will definitely be making it again next year.
Collins uche
[email protected]I made this torte for a potluck and it was a big hit! Everyone loved it.
Sagor Akash
[email protected]The torte was a little difficult to assemble, but it was worth the effort.
Waseem Shahid
[email protected]I added some chopped nuts to the buttercream frosting and it gave it a nice crunch.
Lujain Ahmed
[email protected]I used dark chocolate instead of semi-sweet and it gave the torte a richer flavor.
Vikram Kumar Malhi
[email protected]The torte was a little too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good.
MD salman Dk
[email protected]This was my first time making a torte and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow and the results were delicious.
Hannah Wazili
[email protected]I made this torte for my Easter brunch and it was a showstopper! The presentation was beautiful and the taste was even better.
Tri' Trenity
[email protected]This Easter nest torte was a hit with my family! The chocolate cake was moist and fluffy, and the buttercream frosting was light and creamy. The candy eggs added a festive touch.