This dessert is reminiscent of fine European cakes. I recently made it for my mother, who is German, and it brought back fond memories for her.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h10m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- In a large bowl, beat egg whites until foamy. Add cream of tartar; beat until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating until sugar is dissolved and stiff peaks form. Combine hazelnuts and flour; fold into batter, 1/4 cup at a time. Spoon into two greased 9-in. round baking pans lined with waxed paper. , Bake at 300° for 25-30 minutes or until cake springs back when lightly touched. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks., In a small heavy saucepan, combine the ganache ingredients; cook and stir over low heat until chocolate and butter are melted. Remove from the heat. Set saucepan in ice; stir for 3-4 minutes or until thickened. Remove from ice and set aside. , For buttercream, combine sugar and water in a large heavy saucepan. Bring to a boil; cook over medium-high heat until sugar is dissolved. Remove from the heat. Add a small amount of hot mixture to egg yolks; return all to pan. Cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Cool to room temperature. , In a large bowl, cream butter until fluffy. Gradually beat in cooked sugar mixture. Beat in confectioners' sugar until smooth. If necessary, refrigerate until buttercream reaches spreading consistency., Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread with half of ganache to within 1/4 in. of edges. Top with second cake layer and remaining ganache. Freeze for 5 minutes. Spread hazelnuts into sides of cake. Garnish with whole hazelnuts and chocolate leaves. Refrigerate.
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Jabron Hardy
[email protected]I love to experiment in the kitchen, and this torte gave me the perfect opportunity to do just that. I added a layer of raspberry jam between the chocolate and hazelnut layers, and I topped the torte with a chocolate ganache made with dark chocolate
Naveed Nazeer
[email protected]I'm always looking for budget-friendly recipes, and this torte definitely fits the bill. It uses simple, affordable ingredients, and it doesn't require any special equipment. The torte turned out great, and it was just as good as any expensive torte
Kumara Kumara
[email protected]As a busy parent, I don't have a lot of time to spend in the kitchen. This torte was perfect for me because it was relatively quick and easy to make. I was able to make it in about an hour, and it only required a few simple ingredients. The torte tur
Ali haider King
[email protected]I was looking for a healthier version of a chocolate torte, and this recipe fit the bill. I used almond flour and coconut sugar instead of all-purpose flour and granulated sugar, and the torte turned out just as good, if not better. It was still rich
BioXploredia
[email protected]I made this torte for a party I was hosting, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it, and I received so many compliments. The torte was beautiful, delicious, and easy to make. I will definitely be adding this recipe to my party repertoire.
Fazal Azeem
[email protected]As a coffee addict, I was drawn to this torte because of the coffee buttercream frosting. It did not disappoint! The frosting was light and fluffy, and the coffee flavor was just right. I would definitely make this torte again just for the frosting.
Brianna Anderson
[email protected]I love chocolate, so I knew I had to try this torte. It was everything I hoped for and more! The chocolate ganache was rich and creamy, and the hazelnut crust was the perfect base. I would highly recommend this recipe to any chocolate lover.
Nati Man
[email protected]This hazelnut mocha torte is my new favorite dessert! The hazelnut flavor is rich and nutty, and the coffee buttercream frosting is the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this torte again and again.
Shana Potts
[email protected]I'm not a very experienced baker, but I was able to make this torte without any problems. The instructions were clear and easy to follow. The torte turned out beautifully, and it tasted even better than it looked.
Aulon Osmani
[email protected]This torte was a hit at my dinner party! It was so delicious and decadent, and the combination of chocolate, hazelnut, and coffee was perfect. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves chocolate and coffee desserts.