Ingredients

4 eggs
6 tablespoons fructose
6 tablespoons splenda artificial sweetener
2 tablespoons flour
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 cup hazelnuts
1 box sugar-free instant chocolate pudding mix , 4 serving size
1 envelope Dream Whip
1 1/2 cups 2 % low-fat milk
Hazelnut Torte is a rich and decadent dessert that is commonly found in Austrian and Italian cuisine. This dessert recipe has been adapted to fit diabetic dietary needs while still delivering the same indulgent taste experience. Hazelnuts offer a nutty and buttery flavor that pairs perfectly with this dessert. With its low glycemic index, it's a healthier option for those controlling their sugar intake. The cake base is made with hazelnuts, eggs, and sweetener while the frosting is a combination of chocolate pudding mix and Dream Whip. Served in moderate amounts, this Hazelnut Torte is a great addition to any diabetes-friendly meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch cake pan.
2.In a food processor, grind 1/2 cup hazelnuts into fine powder. Set aside.
3.In a large mixing bowl, beat eggs, fructose, and sweetener until frothy.
4.Add hazelnut powder, flour, and baking powder. Mix well until batter is smooth.
5.Pour batter into the greased pan. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
6.To make the frosting, in a separate mixing bowl, beat the pudding mix, Dream Whip, and milk together on high speed until light and airy.
7.Once the cake has cooled, spread the frosting evenly on top. Sprinkle the remaining hazelnuts over the frosting.

PROS

This Hazelnut Torte is a great dessert option for those who are watching their sugar intake.

The use of artificial sweetener and fructose makes it a low glycemic index dessert.

Hazelnuts are a great source of healthy fats, fiber, and protein.

This recipe is easy to make and yields a rich and decadent dessert.

CONS

Hazelnuts can be expensive and hard to find in some areas.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This Hazelnut Torte is a great dessert option for individuals with diabetes as it has a low glycemic index thanks to the use of artificial sweetener and fructose.
Hazelnuts are a good source of protein, fiber, and healthy fats that can help improve heart health and fight inflammation in the body.

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