Hungarian Rich Chocolate Hazelnut Torte

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 1
Decadent Hungarian Rich Chocolate Hazelnut Torte
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

5 1/2 ounces butter
7 ounces dark chocolate , 70 percent solids , chopped
6 large eggs , separated
5 1/2 ounces soft brown sugar
2 tablespoons plain flour
3 1/2 ounces ground hazelnuts
5 fluid ounces heavy cream
7 ounces dark chocolate , 70 percent solids , chopped
5 1/2 ounces caster sugar
7 ounces hazelnuts , shelled , peeled and roasted

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
658
Sugar
41g
Fat
51g
The Hungarian Rich Chocolate Hazelnut Torte is a delicious dessert that is perfect for any special occasion. This gluten-free cake is made with dark chocolate, hazelnuts, and sweetened with brown sugar. The cake is then topped with a rich chocolate ganache and sprinkled with roasted hazelnuts. This cake is rich, decadent, and perfect for indulging. The hazelnuts in the cake provide health benefits, and the dark chocolate ganache is full of antioxidants. It can be enjoyed with a cup of coffee or tea or as a dessert after a special meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.Melt the butter and the dark chocolate together in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water.
3.In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and brown sugar until light.
4.Fold the chocolate mixture into the yolk mixture.
5.Sift in the flour and add the ground hazelnuts, and stir until just combined.
6.In another bowl, whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
7.Fold the egg whites into the chocolate mixture until just combined.
8.Pour the mixture into a greased 9-inch springform cake tin and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
9.Leave to cool in the tin.
10.To make the ganache, place the chopped dark chocolate into a heatproof bowl.
11.In a saucepan, heat the cream and caster sugar together until the sugar dissolves and the cream comes to a simmer.
12.Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and stir until melted and combined.
13.Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.
14.Remove the cake from the tin and place it onto a wire rack.
15.Pour the ganache over the top of the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.
16.Decorate the top of the cake with the roasted hazelnuts.

PROS

This chocolate torte is rich, decadent, and perfect for special occasions.

It is gluten-free and can be enjoyed by those with a gluten intolerance.

Hazelnuts and dark chocolate provide health benefits like antioxidants and vitamins.

CONS

This dessert is high in calories and sugar, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

The ground hazelnuts can make the cake slightly dry, so it is important not to overbake it.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Hazelnuts are a great source of antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, including vitamin E and magnesium.
Dark chocolate has anti-inflammatory properties and is high in antioxidants, which can help protect against cell damage and lower the risk of heart disease.

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