PINEAPPLE TORTE
This tall, two-layer cake makes quite an impression at the end of a holiday meal. A fluffy frosting is the crowning touch.-Marie Hattrup, Sonoma, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h15m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 25
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream shortening, butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each. Beat in extracts. Combine flour, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition. , Pour into two greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes; remove from pans to wire racks to cool completely. , Drain pineapple, reserving 1/3 cup juice for frosting; set pineapple aside. For filling, in a large saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch and salt. Gradually stir in milk until smooth. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. , Remove from heat. Stir a small amount of hot filling into egg yolks; return all to pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in pineapple and lemon zest. Transfer to a bowl; cover and refrigerate until chilled. , For frosting, in another large saucepan, combine sugar, egg whites, corn syrup, cream of tartar and reserved pineapple juice. With a portable mixer, beat on low speed over low heat for 1 minute. Continue beating on low over low heat until frosting reaches 160°, about 8-10 minutes. , Pour into a large bowl; add vanilla. Beat on high until stiff peaks form, about 7 minutes. Spread filling between cake layers. Spread frosting over the top. Garnish with flowers and mint if desired.
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Younas Here
[email protected]I made this torte for my husband's birthday and he loved it! It was so moist and flavorful. The pineapple filling was the perfect touch.
Ansonia Camacho
[email protected]This torte is absolutely delicious. The pineapple flavor is perfect and the crust is so flaky. I will definitely be making this again.
Erin Wold
[email protected]I've made this torte several times and it always turns out perfect. It's a great recipe to have on hand for special occasions.
arif mia
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a pineapple torte. The crust is flaky and the filling is creamy and delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.
George Godwin
[email protected]I made this torte for my husband's birthday and he loved it! It was so moist and flavorful. The pineapple filling was the perfect touch.
Zack Clips
[email protected]This torte is absolutely delicious. The pineapple flavor is perfect and the crust is so flaky. I will definitely be making this again.
limon sarker
[email protected]I've made this torte several times and it always turns out perfect. It's a great recipe to have on hand for special occasions.
Jack S
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a pineapple torte. The crust is flaky and the filling is creamy and delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.
Love Parvej
[email protected]I made this torte for my husband's birthday and he loved it! It was so moist and flavorful. The pineapple filling was the perfect touch.
Bryan Curdi
[email protected]This torte is absolutely delicious. The pineapple flavor is perfect and the crust is so flaky. I will definitely be making this again.
Joaquin Martin
[email protected]I've made this torte several times and it always turns out perfect. It's a great recipe to have on hand for special occasions.
Fadi ODAY HADAIA
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a pineapple torte. The crust is flaky and the filling is creamy and delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.
Emmanuel Tabat
[email protected]I made this torte for my husband's birthday and he loved it! It was so moist and flavorful. The pineapple filling was the perfect touch.
KING ANTONIO
[email protected]This torte is absolutely delicious. The pineapple flavor is perfect and the crust is so flaky. I will definitely be making this again.
Eula Henderson
[email protected]I've made this torte several times and it always turns out perfect. It's a great recipe to have on hand for special occasions.
Moni Ali
[email protected]This is the best pineapple torte I've ever had. The crust is flaky and the filling is creamy and delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.
Simon Sunday
[email protected]I made this torte for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. It's so easy to make and it looks so impressive.
NEW ERA! MC/AC/SC WORLD WIDE INC
[email protected]This pineapple torte is amazing! It's so moist and flavorful, and the pineapple filling is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. I will definitely be making this again.