Passover Double Chocolate Almond Torte

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 5
Passover Double Chocolate Almond Torte which satisfies your sweet cravings
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting , or as needed
2 packages semi-sweet chocolate squares , coarsely chopped
1/2 cup butter
5 large eggs , separated
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup white sugar
1/4 cup chocolate chips
1/4 cup crushed almonds
1 teaspoon confectioners ' sugar for dusting , or as needed
1/2 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting , or as needed

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
293
Sugar
21g
Fat
22g
Passover Double Chocolate Almond Torte is a delightful and decadent dessert enjoyed at Passover. When you bake this torte, the aroma of chocolate and almond fills your kitchen and makes you crave for it. The torte is made of semi-sweet chocolate, almond, butter, egg, sugar, and vanilla extract. You can prepare and bake it within an hour, and then it's ready to enjoy on your Passover celebration with your loved ones. The combination of chocolate and almond gives it a rich and nutty flavor that also satisfies your sweet cravings.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan with unsweetened cocoa powder.
2.Melt coarsely chopped semi-sweet chocolate squares and butter in the top of a double boiler, stirring occasionally until smooth. Allow to cool.
3.In a large bowl, beat egg yolks and vanilla extract with an electric mixer until pale and doubled in volume. Mix in sugar, chocolate chips, and crushed almonds. Fold in melted chocolate mixture.
4.In a separate bowl, beat egg whites with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form. Gently fold into chocolate mixture.
5.Pour batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Dust with confectioners' sugar and unsweetened cocoa powder.

PROS

This chocolate almond torte is a perfect dessert for chocolate lovers and those following a gluten-free and Passover diet.

The combination of chocolate and almond gives it a rich and nutty flavor, making it a crowd-pleaser.

CONS

This torte contains a high amount of saturated fat and sugar, which should be consumed in moderation to maintain a healthy diet.

It is also a bit difficult to make for beginners.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The almonds in this recipe contain healthy fats, fiber, protein, and Vitamin E, making them a nutritious addition to your diet.
Dark chocolate has been linked to improved heart health, mental health, and a reduction in inflammation.

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