SACHER TORTE SQUARES

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Sacher torte is a Viennese cake that requires several steps. My squares are an easy alternative, but they still feature the classic apricot and chocolate flavors. -Arlene Erlbach, Morton Grove, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 package devil's food cake mix (regular size)
2 cans (12 ounces each) apricot cake and pastry filling
3 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup (6 ounces) dark chocolate chips
TOPPINGS:
1/2 cup apricot preserves
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/3 cup butter, cubed
1 cup sugar
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 cup (6 ounces) dark chocolate chips
1/4 cup sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease a 13x9-in. baking pan., In a large bowl, combine cake mix, apricot filling, eggs and vanilla; beat on low speed 30 seconds. Beat on medium 2 minutes. Fold in chocolate chips. Transfer to prepared pan. Bake 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean., Remove pan from oven and place on a wire rack. In a small bowl, mix preserves and vanilla; spread over warm cake., In a small saucepan, combine butter, sugar and cream; bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve sugar. Remove from heat; stir in chocolate chips until melted. Spread over cake; sprinkle with almonds. Refrigerate until set, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410 calories, Fat 17g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 275mg sodium, Carbohydrate 64g carbohydrate (45g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Julia Garcia
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This is my new favorite cake! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly. The chocolate cake is moist and flavorful, and the apricot jam filling is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. The chocolate ganache is also amazing.


Dominic Johnson
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This cake is absolutely delicious! The chocolate cake is rich and decadent, and the apricot jam filling adds a wonderful tartness. The chocolate ganache is the perfect finishing touch. I highly recommend this recipe!


Marcus Reeder
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The cake was so moist and flavorful, and the chocolate ganache was the perfect finishing touch.


Linda Awah
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This is the best Sachertorte I've ever had! The chocolate cake is so rich and moist, and the apricot jam filling is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. The chocolate ganache is also amazing. I highly recommend this recipe.


nasim shikh
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I was a bit skeptical about making this cake because I'm not a very experienced baker, but it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow and the cake was delicious. My friends and family loved it.


Elizabeth Gebe
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This recipe is a keeper! The cake was so moist and flavorful, and the apricot jam filling was the perfect complement. The chocolate ganache was rich and decadent, and it really took the cake over the top. I will definitely be making this again.


Evan Cleaver
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I've made this Sachertorte several times now and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great recipe for a special occasion or just to enjoy as a treat.


Rizwan Bhatti
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This cake is divine! The texture is perfect and the chocolate ganache is to die for. I will definitely be making this again.


Leslie Davis
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I made this Sachertorte for my husband's birthday and it was a huge hit! He loved the rich chocolate flavor and the apricot jam filling. The cake was also very easy to make, even for a novice baker like me.


ObaidullahNSARi Obaidullah
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This Sachertorte recipe was an absolute delight! The chocolate cake was moist and decadent, while the apricot jam filling added a wonderful tartness. The chocolate ganache was the perfect finishing touch, adding a rich, velvety layer to the cake. I w