Mock Chestnut Torte (Passover Cake)

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 2
Mock Chestnut Torte (Passover Cake) recipe for Passover holiday
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup unsalted margarine
1/3 cup granulated sugar , plus
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
6 large eggs , separated
1 1/2 cups cooked and mashed sweet potatoes , fresh or canned
1 teaspoon passover rum extract ( optional )
10 ounces good-quality semisweet chocolate , melted and cooled
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup water
6 ounces semisweet chocolate , coarsely chopped
unsweetened cocoa powder , sifted
curls semisweet chocolate
pureed strawberries or raspberries

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
330
Sugar
21g
Fat
22g
Mock Chestnut Torte is sometimes called Passover cake, as it is a popular dessert during the Passover holiday. This dessert features mashed sweet potatoes in the batter, which give it a naturally sweet and nutty flavor. The melted semisweet chocolate provides a rich and decadent taste, and the chocolate crust on top is a perfect complement to the sweet potato filling. Whether you are celebrating Passover or simply looking for a unique and delicious dessert, Mock Chestnut Torte is a perfect choice.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.Cream margarine and 1/3 cup sugar in large bowl until light. Beat in egg yolks one at a time. Mix in sweet potatoes, rum extract, and melted chocolate.
3.Using electric mixer, beat egg whites and salt in another large bowl until soft peaks form. Gradually add 2 tablespoons sugar, beating until stiff but not dry. Fold sweet potato mixture into whites by thirds.
4.Bring 1/2 cup water to boil. Add chopped chocolate and whisk until melted and smooth. Cool slightly.
5.Grease 10-inch pie dish. Sprinkle with cocoa. Pour in batter. Spoon chocolate mixture over; spread evenly.
6.Bake torte until puffed and firm and chocolate crust forms on top, about 50 minutes. Cool in dish on rack. Dust with cocoa. Garnish with chocolate curls and pureed strawberries or raspberries.

PROS

Mock Chestnut Torte is a unique cake with its sweet and nutty flavor.

It is perfect for Passover and can be enjoyed with the family and friends.

CONS

It requires specific ingredients and needs more time to prepare compared to other cakes.

It is also high in calories and sugar and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This cake is not particularly healthy, but it is rich in iron, zinc, and vitamin B6.
Sweet potato and dark chocolate also have antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties that can provide some health benefits when consumed in moderation.

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