Decadent Chocolate Torte
Category
Dessert
Prep
30 minutes
Cook
35 minutes
Style
Fusion
Technique
Baking
Diet Friendly
Vegetarian
Daily Recipe: July 07, 2023
This recipe celebrates Chocolate Day with a visually stunning and iconic dessert. It combines the richness of chocolate with a touch of elegance, making it perfect for any special occasion. The key ingredients include high-quality dark chocolate, cocoa powder, and edible flowers for garnish.
Ingredients (for 8)
- High-quality dark chocolate - 400g - chopped
- Unsalted butter - 200g - cubed
- Large eggs - 6
- Granulated sugar - 200g
- All-purpose flour - 50g
- Cocoa powder - 1 tablespoon
- Salt - Pinch
- Heavy cream - 1 cup
- Edible flowers - - for garnish
Preparation
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Step 1 - π₯π¨βπ³π¨Preheat the oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C). Grease a round 9-inch cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
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Step 2 - π₯π«π§In a heatproof bowl, melt the chocolate and butter together over a pan of simmering water. Stir until smooth and combined. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
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Step 3 - π₯π₯πͺIn a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until light and frothy. Gradually pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly.
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Step 4 - π³οΈπΎπ«Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gently fold until well combined.
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Step 5 - β³π₯π°Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
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Step 6 - π₯π¨βπ³β°Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the edges are set but the center is still slightly jiggly.
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Step 7 - βοΈππRemove from the oven and let cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to firm up.
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Step 8 - π₯π₯π«To make the ganache, heat the heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat and pour over the remaining chopped chocolate. Let it sit for 1-2 minutes, then stir until smooth and glossy.
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Step 9 - π«πΈπ§οΈPour the ganache over the chilled torte, allowing it to drip down the sides. Use a spatula to smooth the top. Garnish with edible flowers.
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Step 10 - βοΈπ«π¨Refrigerate for another 30 minutes to set the ganache. Remove from the fridge 10 minutes before serving.
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Step 11 - π°π½οΈπSlice and serve the decadent chocolate torte, savoring every rich and chocolatey bite.
Additional
For an extra touch of luxury, serve the torte with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a dusting of cocoa powder. This dessert can be made a day in advance, making it ideal for entertaining. Kids can help with tasks like greasing the cake pan and garnishing with flowers.