FLOURLESS CHOCOLATE-ALMOND TORTE WITH CHERRY PRESERVES AND KIRSCH MERINGUE
Almonds add texture to this rich chocolate dessert, while a cloud of meringue adds an ethereal element to each dense bite. Cherries figure in at every level, thanks to kirsch liqueur and a smear of preserves.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Cake Recipes
Time 2h25m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Make the cake: Butter a 9-inch springform pan. Whisk together cocoa and boiling water until cocoa dissolves and mixture is smooth. Stir in kirsch.
- Beat butter and 1 cup sugar with a mixer on medium speed until pale and fluffy. Beat in egg yolks, 1 at a time, scraping down sides of bowl between additions. Add cocoa mixture and almonds, and beat until combined. Transfer to a large bowl.
- Whisk egg whites and 1/2 teaspoon salt in the clean bowl of a mixer on medium-high speed until soft peaks form. With machine running, add remaining 2 tablespoons sugar, and whisk until stiff peaks form. Fold one-quarter of the whites into batter, then fold in remaining whites.
- Pour batter into pan, and transfer to a baking sheet. Bake for 30 minutes. Remove from oven, and cover cake with parchment-lined foil. Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 30 minutes more. Transfer to a wire rack, and let cool for 45 minutes. Run a knife or an offset spatula around edge of cake to loosen, and release sides of pan to remove.
- Make the meringue: Whisk egg whites and sugar in a clean heatproof bowl of a mixer set over a pan of simmering water until sugar dissolves and mixture is hot to the touch, about 3 minutes. Whisk on medium speed until soft peaks form. Whisk in kirsch. Whisk until stiff peaks form.
- Spread cherry preserves on top of cake. Spread meringue over preserves using an offset spatula, making decorative swirls. Caramelize peaks of meringue using a handheld kitchen torch or under the broiler.
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Tank grrl
[email protected]I can't wait to try this recipe! It looks absolutely delicious.
Mn Manik
[email protected]This torte is definitely a labor of love, but it's worth the effort. The end result is a truly stunning dessert that will wow your guests.
Wajahat Wolf
[email protected]I would recommend this torte to anyone who loves chocolate and almonds. It's a rich, decadent dessert that's perfect for a special occasion.
Keegan Lusomo
[email protected]Overall, I thought this torte was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it didn't blow me away either.
Olubunmi Somade
[email protected]The kirsch meringue was a bit too sweet for my taste. I would have preferred a more subtle flavor.
Hom Karki
[email protected]I found that the torte was a bit too dense for my taste. I would have preferred a lighter, more airy texture.
Robert da Otix
[email protected]This torte is very rich, so a little goes a long way. I would recommend serving it with a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream to help balance out the flavors.
Nana Afiah
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of chocolate desserts, but I really enjoyed this torte. The almond meal and cherries add a nice touch of flavor that balances out the chocolate.
CITY KINGS
[email protected]This torte is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth every penny. The ingredients are all high-quality and the end result is a truly exceptional dessert.
Nickie Mulungi
[email protected]I made this torte for my husband's birthday and he absolutely loved it. He said it was the best chocolate cake he's ever had.
Shkhx Haris
[email protected]The kirsch meringue is the perfect finishing touch to this torte. It's light and airy, and it adds a lovely sweetness and complexity to the chocolate.
MR Saifi
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses almond meal instead of flour. It gives the torte a wonderful nutty flavor and a moist, dense texture.
Chafiu Abdullahi
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The end result is a truly special dessert that's perfect for any occasion.
Nicholas Tuggle
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of flourless chocolate cakes, but this one changed my mind. The texture is dense and fudgy, yet somehow still light and airy. The combination of chocolate and cherries is divine.
Bishnu Pakhrin
[email protected]This torte is a showstopper! I made it for a dinner party and it was a huge hit. Everyone raved about the rich chocolate flavor and the delicate meringue.
Lacy Keefer
[email protected]I've tried many flourless chocolate cakes, but this one takes the cake! (Pun intended!) The almond meal adds a wonderful nutty flavor and texture, while the cherries and kirsch meringue add a touch of sweetness and acidity that perfectly complement t
Lex Davis
[email protected]This flourless chocolate-almond torte is a heavenly dessert that strikes the perfect balance between richness and elegance. The combination of chocolate, almonds, and cherries creates a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. The kir