WALNUT BLITZ TORTE
This pretty torte is very popular at family gatherings. Everyone always asks for the recipe.-Suzan Stacey, Parsonsfield, Maine
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h5m
Yield 12-16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch. Stir in milk until smooth. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat to low; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of hot filling into egg yolk; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Cover and refrigerate., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolks and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture alternately with milk and mix well. Spread into two greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans; set aside., In a small bowl, beat egg whites on medium speed until foamy. Gradually beat in sugar, a tablespoon at a time, on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved. Fold in 1 cup nuts. Spread meringue evenly over batter. Sprinkle with remaining nuts. , Bake at 325° for 35-40 minutes or until meringue is browned and crisp. Cool on wire racks for 10 minutes (meringue will crack)., Carefully run a knife around edge of pans to loosen. Remove to wire racks; cool with meringue side up. To assemble, place one cake with meringue side up on a serving plate; carefully spread with custard. Top with remaining cake. Refrigerate until serving.
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Damulu Frank
[email protected]I was disappointed with this torte. The crust was dry and crumbly, and the filling was too runny. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what went wrong.
Muntasir Mahadi
[email protected]I had some trouble with the crust, but the filling was delicious. I'll definitely try this recipe again, but I'll use a different crust recipe.
Tembi Buthelezi
[email protected]This torte is a bit too sweet for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I think it would be perfect with a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream.
Jeanie Franklin
[email protected]I wasn't sure about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. It's a unique and delicious dessert that is sure to impress.
nomi abbas
[email protected]This torte is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's a showstopper dessert that will impress your guests.
Husnain Abbasi
[email protected]I love this torte! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I've even made it for bake sales and it's always a hit.
Md koyesali
[email protected]I've made this torte several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect dessert for a special occasion or a dinner party.
Qazi Hasham
[email protected]This torte is definitely a special occasion dessert. It's rich and decadent, but not too heavy. The flavors are perfectly balanced. I would highly recommend this recipe.
Kyasimire Christian
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of walnuts, but I decided to give this torte a try anyway. I'm glad I did! The walnuts added a nice touch of flavor and crunch. The filling was smooth and creamy. The crust was flaky and buttery. It was a delicious dessert.
Soomro Tallah
[email protected]This torte was surprisingly easy to make, considering how impressive it looks. The instructions were clear and easy to follow. I was a little worried about the crust, but it turned out perfectly. The torte was a showstopper at my dinner party.
Asantia Brown
[email protected]I made this torte for my family and they all raved about it. It was gone in no time! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the texture was divine. I will definitely be making this again.
Khanan Khanan
[email protected]This torte was a hit! I made it for a special occasion and it was a huge success. I loved the rich, nutty flavor of the walnuts and the smooth, creamy filling. The crust was flaky and buttery. It was a delightful dessert that I would definitely make