Indulge in a symphony of flavors with Alice's Chocolate Cream Espresso Torte, a masterpiece that tantalizes the taste buds and elevates any occasion. Featuring a luscious chocolate sponge cake base, this torte is layered with a velvety chocolate cream filling, and topped with a rich espresso glaze. Each bite is a journey through a trio of textures and flavors, from the moist and tender cake to the smooth and creamy filling, culminating in the bittersweet notes of the espresso glaze. This decadent dessert is perfect for chocolate lovers and coffee enthusiasts alike, and is sure to impress at any gathering.
In this comprehensive guide, Alice shares her secrets for creating this exquisite torte. From the precise measurements and techniques required for the perfect sponge cake to the art of crafting a smooth and flavorful chocolate cream filling, every step is meticulously explained. Whether you're an experienced baker or just starting out, Alice's clear instructions and detailed photographs will guide you through the process, ensuring success. Additionally, the article includes variations on the classic recipe, such as a gluten-free version and a white chocolate cream filling option, catering to different dietary preferences and taste profiles. Embrace your inner baker and embark on a culinary adventure with Alice's Chocolate Cream Espresso Torte.
CHOCOLATE CREAM TORTE
"This cake is so good, I can serve it as an everyday dessert or for special occasions," writes Dorothy Monroe, Pocatello, Idaho. Chocolate cake layers are jazzed up with whipped cream and a quick chocolate frosting.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 45m
Yield 12-16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Prepare and bake cake according to package directions, using two greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely. , In a large bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add confectioners' sugar; beat until stiff peaks form. In another bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar, cocoa and vanilla. , Cut each cake horizontally into two layers. Place bottom layer on a serving plate; top with a third of the whipping cream. Repeat layers twice. Top with remaining cake layer. Frost top with cream cheese mixture. Store in the refrigerator.
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CHOCOLATE ESPRESSO-NUT TORTE
I love chocolate and nuts, and they come together deliciously in this torte. Serve it with sweetened whipped cream or your favorite ice cream. -Thomas Faglon, Somerset, New Jersey
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h15m
Yield 14 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Line the bottom of a greased 9-in springform pan with waxed paper; grease the paper and dust with cocoa. Set aside., Place hazelnuts and brown sugar in a food processor; cover and process until ground. In a second large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Add 1 egg yolk at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in the melted chocolate, espresso powder, extract and salt. Gradually add hazelnut mixture., In the first large bowl, with clean beaters beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Fold into batter. Spread into prepared pan. Place pan on a baking sheet., Bake at 375° for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Cool on a wire rack to room temperature. Remove sides of pan and invert onto a serving plate., Place chocolate in a small bowl. In a small saucepan, bring cream just to a boil. Pour over chocolate; whisk until smooth. Cool, stirring occasionally, to room temperature or until ganache reaches a spreading consistency, about 30 minutes., Spread ganache over top and sides of cake; press almonds onto sides. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes or until set.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 387 calories, Fat 32g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 104mg cholesterol, Sodium 118mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
CHOCOLATE ESPRESSO TORTE
An ideal dessert to make for your friends and family who need to eat gluten free.
Provided by RecipeGirl.com
Categories Dessert
Time 9h25m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325°F. Generously butter an 8 or 9-inch springform pan, and line the bottom with parchment paper. Butter and flour the paper; set aside.
- In a heavy saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter; add the sugar and espresso and stir until the sugar dissolves. Add the chocolate and stir until smooth. Remove the pan from heat and set aside to cool slightly. You don't want it to be hot when you add the eggs.
- Whisk the whole eggs and egg yolks in a large bowl until frothy. Quickly whisk the eggs into the chocolate mixture. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and place the pan on a baking sheet.
- Bake until the edges puff and crack slightly but the center is not completely set, about 1 hour; don't over bake (the cake will continue to set as it cools). Transfer to a rack and cool. Cover and refrigerate overnight for best results.
- When ready to serve, run a small knife around the cake pan to loosen. Carefully release the pan sides. Sift powdered sugar over the cake. Cut into small wedges, wiping the knife clean before each cut. Serve with ice cream or whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 506 kcal, Carbohydrate 41 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 35 g, SaturatedFat 20 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 230 mg, Sodium 187 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 35 g, UnsaturatedFat 12 g
CHOCOLATE ESPRESSO TORTE
This is a flourless, rich, dense cake which is as creamy as cheesecake- so serve tiny slices. It is a passover recipe (just make sure to dust the pan with Passover cake meal instead of flour) but would be delicious year round. Enjoy!
Provided by Miraklegirl
Categories Dessert
Time 1h25m
Yield 1 torte, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325.
- Grease 9" springform pan.
- Place wax paper on bottom of pan, grease and flour; set aside.
- Place butter, sugar and espresso in a double boiler and heat until sugar dissolves.
- Pour hot liquid over chocolate and stir until dissolved; set aside.
- Beat eggs and yolks until frothy; add to the chocolate mixture and pour into pan Bake for 1 hour; edges should crack slightly.
- Remove from oven and cool; cover and refrigerate for at least 12 hours (when you remove it from the oven, it won't look done- it isn't!).
- Remove from pan and sprinkle with icing sugar.
- Garnish with strawberries and a a mint leaf if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 455.4, Fat 39.7, SaturatedFat 23.5, Cholesterol 240.8, Sodium 159.8, Carbohydrate 29.5, Fiber 6.3, Sugar 18.3, Protein 9.4
CHOCOLATE ESPRESSO TORTE
Rich, intensely-flavored dessert from Fine Cooking. I made this especially for my husband, whose #1 drink of choice is espresso. You'll definitely want to use top-quality chocolate and, of course, good, fresh coffee beans. I used 8 ounces of bittersweet chocolate, rather than the semisweet/unsweetened combination, and refrigerated overnight before serving. The original recipe listed double-strength coffee as an alternative to the brewed espresso, but I would only use this if you have no means to brew espresso, or, at least, access to purchased shots.
Provided by GaylaJ
Categories Dessert
Time 50m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F Butter an 8-inch cake pan (I used a springform pan) and line bottom with parchment paper. Butter the parchment and lightly flour (or use cocoa) the pan, shaking out excess.
- In a small, heavy-based saucepan, melt chocolate and butter over medium heat, stirring frequently. Set aside.
- Using the whisk attachment of a stand mixer, whip the eggs, sugar, brewed espresso, ground espresso beans, and salt on medium-high speed until thick and voluminous, at least 8 minutes (I mixed about 10 minutes). Turn the mixer to low and mix in the chocolate-butter mixture. Turn off mixer and sift the flour over the batter and fold until all the ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and bake until a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean, 25-30 minutes.
- Cool in the pan on a rack for 10 minutes. Set a plate over the torte and carefully invert the torte onto the plate; peel off the parchment. Flip the torte back onto the rack to cool completely before slicing. (Since I used a springform pan, I let it cool completely in the pan.).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 274.6, Fat 23.1, SaturatedFat 13.8, Cholesterol 109, Sodium 93.7, Carbohydrate 19.3, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 10.4, Protein 5.9
CHOCOLATE-CREAM ESPRESSO TORTE
Categories Coffee Chocolate Dessert Bake Summer Shower Bon Appétit Kidney Friendly Peanut Free Soy Free
Yield Makes 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- For crust:
- Preheat oven to 325°F. Combine first 5 ingredients in processor. Blend until nuts are finely ground. Add butter and cut in using on/off turns until dough begins to clump together. Press dough over bottom (not sides) of 9-inch-diameter springform pan with 2 3/4-inch-high sides. Bake until golden brown, about 25 minutes. Cool. Maintain oven temperature.
- For filling and topping:
- Bring 2 cups cream to boil in heavy medium saucepan. Remove from heat. Add both chocolates; whisk until smooth. Whisk eggs, 2 teaspoons espresso powder and vanilla in large bowl to blend. Gradually whisk in chocolate mixture (filling will be very thin). Pour over crust (filling will fill pan only halfway). Bake until filling moves only slightly in center when pan is shaken, about 55 minutes. Chill until cold, at least 2 hours.
- Sprinkle gelatin over 2 tablespoons water in small bowl. Let stand 10 minutes to soften. Set bowl in saucepan of simmering water and stir until gelatin dissolves. Remove from heat. Using electric mixer, beat 1 cup chilled cream, powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon espresso powder in large bowl to soft peaks. Gradually beat in gelatin mixture. Spoon whipped cream over filling; smooth top. Chill until set, about 3 hours. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Cover; keep chilled.)
- Run knife between torte and pan sides to loosen; remove pan sides. Transfer torte to platter. Sprinkle with chocolate shavings, if desired, and serve.
Tips:
* To ensure the smoothest possible texture for your torte, make sure the cream cheese and butter are softened to room temperature before beginning. * If you want a richer chocolate flavor, use dark chocolate instead of semisweet chocolate. * To save time, you can use a pre-made graham cracker crust. * For a more intense espresso flavor, use a strongly brewed espresso or coffee. * If you don't have an espresso maker, you can make a strong cup of coffee using a drip coffee maker or French press. * To make a chocolate glaze, simply melt chocolate chips in a double boiler or in the microwave. * You can decorate the torte with chocolate shavings, whipped cream, or fresh berries.Conclusion:
This chocolate cream espresso torte is a delicious and decadent dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its rich chocolate flavor, creamy espresso filling, and chocolate glaze, this torte is sure to be a hit. Whether you are serving it to guests or enjoying it yourself, this torte is sure to please.
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