Best 14 Coffee Nut Torte Recipes

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**Tantalizing Treat: Coffee Nut Torte - A symphony of Flavors to Delight Your Senses**

Indulge in the exquisite Coffee Nut Torte, a delectable confection that captivates taste buds with its symphony of flavors. This masterpiece begins with a rich, chocolate cake base, providing a solid foundation for the layers of creamy coffee mousse and crunchy nut filling. Smooth vanilla buttercream frosting envelops the torte, adding a touch of sweetness and elegance. The final flourish comes in the form of chocolate shavings and chopped nuts, a delightful textural contrast that elevates this dessert to new heights. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey with our comprehensive guide, featuring step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure your Coffee Nut Torte turns out perfect every time.

**Additional Recipes in the Article:**

* **Coffee Mousse:** Discover the secrets of creating a light, airy, and velvety coffee mousse that forms the heart of this decadent torte.

* **Nut Filling:** Learn how to combine the crunch of nuts with the sweetness of sugar and spices to create a filling that adds texture and flavor to each bite.

* **Vanilla Buttercream Frosting:** Master the art of making a smooth, creamy, and flavorful vanilla buttercream frosting that complements the other elements of the torte perfectly.

* **Chocolate Ganache Glaze:** Elevate your Coffee Nut Torte with a rich and glossy chocolate ganache glaze that adds an extra layer of decadence and sophistication.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

COFFEE NUT TORTE



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I believe this cake falls under the catagory of "decadent." Just the fact that it has three layers makes it special in my book. I'm not fond of two-layer cakes--they look so skimpy. This cake has some interesting ingredients you're sure to love! Recipe & photo: Midwestliving.com

Provided by Ellen Bales

Categories     Cakes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 16

6 eggs
2 c all purpose flour
1 Tbsp baking powder
1 1/2 c sugar
1/2 c strong brewed coffee or espresso, room temperature
1 c ground walnuts or pecans
1 recipe creamy butter frosting
coarsely chopped nuts (optional)
CREAMY BUTTER FROSTING:
1/2 c milk
2 tsp cornstarch
1 Tbsp rum or 1/2 tsp. rum extract
1/4 c (1/2 stick) softened butter
2 c powdered sugar
2 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tsp pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • 1. Separate eggs. Allow egg yolks and egg whites to stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. In a medium bowl stir together flour and baking powder; set aside.
  • 2. In a large mixing bowl beat egg yolks, sugar, and coffee with an electric mixer on low until combined. Beat on high about 5 minutes or until satin smooth. Add flour mixture and beat until combined; stir in nuts. Set aside.
  • 3. Thoroughly wash beaters. In a very large mixing bowl beat egg whites on medium until stiff peaks form. Gradually fold batter into beaten egg whites until combined. Pour into three 9x1-1/2-inch baking pans which have been greased and lined with waxed paper (also greased).
  • 4. Bake in a preheated 350-degree oven for 20 to 25 minutes or until cake tops spring back when lightly touched. Cool cake layers on wire racks for 10 minutes. Remove cake layers from pans; remove waxed paper. Cool thoroughly on wire racks.
  • 5. Spread 1/2 cup Creamy Butter Frosting on each layer; stack layers. Frost sides and top of cake with remaining frosting. If desired, garnish with chopped nuts. Loosely cover and chill cake for up to 3 days.
  • 6. CREAMY BUTTER FROSTING: In a small saucepan whisk milk into cornstarch. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes more. Stir in rum or rum extract. Cover surface with plastic wrap. Cool to room temperature (do not stir).
  • 7. In a large mixing bowl beat softened butter for 30 seconds. Add 2 cups powdered sugar; unsweetened cocoa powder and vanilla. Beat with electric mixer on medium until light and fluffy. Add cooled milk mixture to butter mixture, half at a time, beating on low after each addition until smooth. Beat in 5 to 6 cups additional powdered sugar until spreading consistency. Garnish with chopped walnuts or pecans if desired. Makes about 3-1/4 cups.

MAPLE-WALNUT ESPRESSO TORTE



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Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup water
2/3 cup sugar
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon instant espresso powder
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
2 cups walnuts (about 8 ounces) plus walnut halves for decoration
1/3 cup matzo meal
4 large eggs
1/2 cup pure maple syrup
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 teaspoons instant espresso powder
1 tablespoon finely grated lemon peel
2 teaspoons ground cardamom
Whipped nondairy topping (optional)*

Steps:

  • Bring all ingredients to boil in heavy medium saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Boil until syrup thickens slightly and is reduced to 1 generous cup, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
  • Preheat oven to 325°F. Lightly oil inside of 8-inch springform pan. Line bottom with parchment paper. Blend 2 cups walnuts and matzo meal in processor until nuts are finely ground. Using electric mixer, beat eggs, maple syrup, sugar, and salt in large bowl at high speed 5 minutes. Add espresso, lemon peel, and cardamom and beat until beginning to thicken, about 5 minutes longer. Gently fold in nut mixture in 4 additions. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake torte until brown on top and tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 40 minutes. Transfer torte to rack. Spoon 4 tablespoons syrup over hot torte. Decorate top with walnut halves. Cool completely in pan on rack. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover remaining syrup and torte separately and let stand at room temperature.)
  • Cut around pan sides to loosen torte. Remove pan sides. Cut torte into wedges. Serve with remaining syrup and whipped topping, if desired.
  • *Kosher-for-Passover nondairy topping mix is usually available in the frozen foods section of kosher markets and some supermarkets. Prepare it according to directions on the label.

COFFEE NUT TORTE



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Cocoa and rum flavor the soft butter frosting that crowns this amazing three-layer cake.

Provided by Midwest Living

Categories     Food

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 ½ cups sugar
½ cup strong brewed coffee or espresso, room temperature
1 cup ground walnuts or pecans
Creamy Butter Frosting (recipe follows)
Chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Steps:

  • Separate eggs. Allow egg yolks and egg whites to stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Grease the bottoms of three 9 x1-1/2-inch round cake pans. Line pans with waxed paper; grease waxed paper. Set pans aside. In a medium bowl, stir together flour and baking powder; set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat egg yolks, sugar and coffee with an electric mixer on low speed until combined. Beat on high speed about 5 minutes or until satin smooth. Add flour mixture and beat until combined; stir in nuts. Set aside.
  • Thoroughly wash beaters. In a very large mixing bowl, beat egg whites on medium speed until stiff peaks form (tips stand straight). Gradually fold batter into beaten egg whites until combined. Pour into prepared baking pans.
  • Bake in a 350 degrees oven for 20 to 25 minutes or until cake tops spring back when lightly touched (centers may dip slightly). Cool cake layers on wire racks for 10 minutes. Remove cake layers from pans; remove waxed paper. Cool thoroughly on wire racks. Spread 1/2 cup Creamy Butter Frosting on each layer; stack layers. Frost sides of cake with remaining frosting. If you like, garnish with chopped nuts. Loosely cover and chill cake for up to 3 days. Serves 12 to 14.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 655 calories, Carbohydrate 113 g, Cholesterol 137 mg, Fat 21 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 183 mg, Sugar 95 g

AWARD-WINNING MAPLE-NUT-TOFFEE TART



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This award-winning tart has a rich nut filling flavored with maple in a buttery crust. It is topped off with a lovely chocolate drizzle.

Provided by larkspur

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Tarts

Time 1h35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons white sugar
¾ cup cold butter
2 egg yolks, lightly beaten
¼ cup cold milk
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 teaspoon maple flavoring
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon salt
⅔ cup coarsely chopped pecans
⅔ cup coarsely chopped walnuts
⅔ cup sliced almonds
⅓ cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Combine flour and sugar in a bowl. Cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Combine egg yolks and milk in a small bowl; stir into flour mixture until dough is blended.
  • Press dough, using lightly floured hands, into the bottom and 1 inch up the sides of a 12-inch tart pan with a removable bottom. Line the unpricked shell with a double thickness of aluminum foil. Place pan on a large baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until edges are lightly browned, 12 to 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine condensed milk, maple flavoring, cinnamon, and salt in a medium bowl. Stir pecans, walnuts, and almonds into the batter.
  • Remove shell from the oven, leaving oven on, and fill with batter.
  • Return tart to the oven and bake until golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven and cool completely on a wire rack, about 30 minutes.
  • Place chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in a microwave oven until melted, 1 to 3 minutes. Drizzle tart with melted chocolate. Refrigerate until chocolate has hardened and filling is firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450.2 calories, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 76.2 mg, Fat 28.6 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 11.3 g, Sodium 176.2 mg, Sugar 24.3 g

CHOCOLATE ESPRESSO-NUT TORTE



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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

5 large eggs, separated
1 teaspoon baking cocoa
1 cup hazelnuts, toasted and skins removed
3 tablespoons dark brown sugar
1/2 cup butter, softened
2/3 cup sugar
6 ounces bittersweet chocolate, melted and cooled
1 teaspoon instant espresso powder
1 teaspoon almond extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
GANACHE:
6 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup finely chopped almonds, toasted

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.

WALNUT TORTE WITH COFFEE WHIPPED CREAM



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Categories     Coffee     Nut     Dessert     Bake     Walnut     Fall     Party     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup plus 6 tablespoons walnuts (about 5 ounces)
4 large eggs, separated
1/2 cup sugar
1 cup chilled heavy whipping cream
3 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 teaspoon instant coffee crystals dissolved in 2 teaspoons heavy whipping cream
3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Walnut halves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Using coarse grating disc (with large holes), grate walnuts in processor. Remove grating disc, leaving walnuts in processor bowl. Fit processor with metal blade. Using on/off turns, grind walnuts until finely ground but not pasty. Set aside 2 tablespoons ground walnuts for garnish.
  • Butter bottom (not sides) of 9-inch-diameter springform pan. Using electric mixer, beat egg yolks in large bowl until light and fluffy, about 4 minutes. Gradually add 1/2 cup sugar, beating until well blended. Stir remaining ground walnuts into yolk mixture. Using clean dry beaters, beat egg whites in another large bowl until stiff but not dry. Fold whites into nut mixture in 2 additions. Transfer batter to prepared pan.
  • Bake cake until tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 40 minutes. Cool 5 minutes. Run knife between cake and pan sides to loosen; remove pan sides. Cool cake completely on rack (cake will fall in center). (Cake can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and store at room temperature.)
  • Using electric mixer, beat cream, powdered sugar, coffee mixture, and vanilla in large bowl until peaks form. Spread coffee whipped cream onto top of cake. Sprinkle top with reserved ground walnuts; arrange walnut halves in center of cake. Cut cake into wedges.

HUNGARIAN WALNUT TORTE



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"This truly special cake with its creamy not-too-sweet filling is one I've made for years. People say it is excellent," notes Jeannette Jeremias of Kitchener, Ontario. "I'm the first generation of my Hungarian family to be born in Canada."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 large eggs, separated
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup cake flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
5 tablespoons water
1/2 cup ground walnuts
FILLING:
1-1/4 cups whole milk
1 package (3.4 ounces) cook-and-serve chocolate pudding mix
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup shortening
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
White and dark chocolate curls, optional

Steps:

  • Let eggs stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. In a large bowl, beat egg yolks and sugar for 10 minutes or until light lemon-colored. Beat in vanilla. Combine cake flour and baking powder; add to egg mixture alternately with water, beating well. Fold in walnuts., In another bowl and with clean beaters, beat the egg whites on high until stiff peaks form. Fold a fourth of the egg whites into batter; fold in remaining whites. , Pour into two greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., In a small saucepan, whisk the milk and pudding mix. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat. Pour into a bowl; press a piece of waxed paper or plastic wrap over pudding. Refrigerate for 30 minutes., In a bowl, cream the butter, shortening and confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla and cooled pudding. Split each cake into two layers. Place one bottom layer on a serving plate; spread with about 3/4 cup filling. Repeat layers. Garnish with chocolate curls if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390 calories, Fat 21g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 130mg cholesterol, Sodium 190mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (32g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

COFFEE WALNUT LAYER CAKE



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This is a subtle cake: the coffee tempers the sweetness, and the buttery sweetness keeps it all mellow. Even if you don't make cakes, this one is a cinch. Don't be alarmed if the two sponge layers look thin when you unmold them. They are meant to be, because the cake gains a lot of height with its frosting. This cake is all about old-fashioned, homespun charm, so don't worry about how messy it looks: however the frosting goes on is fine. If you want to fully cover the sides of the cake, make a double batch of the frosting.

Provided by Nigella Lawson

Categories     project, dessert

Time 1h

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

Butter for pans
1/2 cup (60 grams) walnut pieces
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons (245 grams) sugar
2 sticks (8 ounces) unsalted butter at room temperature
1 2/3 cups (230 grams) flour
1 tablespoon (14 grams) baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 large eggs
2 tablespoons milk at room temperature, more as needed
1 tablespoon (3 grams) instant coffee dissolved in 1 tablespoon boiling water
2 1/2 cups (300 grams) confectioners' sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 sticks (6 ounces) unsalted butter at room temperature
1 tablespoon (3 grams) instant coffee dissolved in 1 tablespoon boiling water
1/4 cup walnut halves, for decoration

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Butter two 8-inch cake pans, and line base of each with parchment paper. In food processor, combine 1/2 cup walnut pieces and sugar. Process to a fine powder. Add butter, flour, baking powder, salt and eggs. Process to a smooth batter.
  • Add 2 tablespoons milk to coffee mixture and pour this down feed tube with motor running. Mixture should be just soft enough to drop from a spoon; if not, add more milk. Divide cake batter between two pans. Bake until risen and springy to touch, about 25 minutes. Cool on a rack for 10 minutes, then remove from pan and place on rack. Remove parchment paper. Cool completely. You may want to level them if they domed in the oven.
  • For frosting: Place confectioners' sugar and salt in food processor and pulse until lump-free. Add butter and process until smooth. Add coffee mixture down feed tube and pulse until well blended.
  • Place one cake upside down on a plate or cake stand. Spread with about half the frosting. Place second cake right side up on frosting, and cover top and sides in a swirly pattern. Place a walnut half in center of cake, and gently press remaining halves into top of cake, around the edge.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 721, UnsaturatedFat 15 grams, Carbohydrate 85 grams, Fat 41 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 23 grams, Sodium 301 milligrams, Sugar 76 grams, TransFat 1 gram

MOCHA HAZELNUT TORTE



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I make this cake on birthdays and other special occasions because it looks and tastes so amazing. The combination of mild hazelnut and coffee flavors is impossible to resist. -Christina Pope, Speedway, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

3/4 cup butter, softened
1-1/4 cups packed brown sugar
1 cup sugar
3 large eggs, room temperature
3 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted and cooled slightly
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon instant espresso powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups 2% milk
FROSTING:
1 cup butter, softened
1 cup Nutella
4 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 to 4 tablespoons 2% milk
1/2 cup chopped hazelnuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Line bottoms of 2 greased 9-in. round baking pans with parchment; grease parchment., In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in melted chocolate and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, espresso powder, baking soda, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition., Transfer batter to prepared pans. Bake 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks; remove parchment. Cool completely., For frosting, in a large bowl, beat butter and Nutella until blended. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar, vanilla and enough milk to reach desired consistency., Place 1 cake layer on a serving plate; spread with 1 cup frosting. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup hazelnuts. Top with remaining cake layer. Frost top and sides with remaining frosting. Sprinkle with remaining hazelnuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 639 calories, Fat 32g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 311mg sodium, Carbohydrate 88g carbohydrate (69g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

COFFEE NUT TORTE



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Make and share this Coffee Nut Torte recipe from Food.com.

Provided by GoldsmithLissa

Categories     Breakfast

Time 50m

Yield 12-14 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup strong brewed coffee or 1/2 cup espresso, room temperature
1 cup ground walnuts or 1 cup pecans
1/2 cup milk
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon rum or 1/2 teaspoon rum extract
3/4 cup butter, softened
7 -8 cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (optional)
1 teaspoon vanilla
coarsely chopped nuts (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Separate eggs. Allow egg yolks and egg whites to stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Grease the bottoms of three 9 x1-1/2-inch round cake pans. Line pans with waxed paper; grease waxed paper. Set pans aside. In a medium bowl, stir together flour and baking powder; set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat egg yolks, sugar and coffee with an electric mixer on low speed until combined. Beat on high speed about 5 minutes or until satin smooth. Add flour mixture and beat until combined; stir in nuts. Set aside.
  • Thoroughly wash beaters. In a very large mixing bowl, beat egg whites on medium speed until stiff peaks form (tips stand straight). Gradually fold batter into beaten egg whites until combined. Pour into prepared baking pans.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until cake tops spring back when lightly touched (centers may dip slightly). Cool cake layers on wire racks for 10 minutes. Remove cake layers from pans; remove waxed paper. Cool thoroughly on wire racks.
  • Meanwhile, make frosting: In a small saucepan, whisk milk into cornstarch. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes more. If you like, stir in rum. Cover surface with plastic wrap. Cool to room temperature (do not stir).
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat butter for 30 seconds. Add 2 cups powdered sugar; unsweetened cocoa powder, if you like; and vanilla. Beat with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Add cooled milk mixture to butter mixture, half at a time, beating on low speed after each addition until smooth. Beat in 5 to 6 cups additional powdered sugar until spreading consistency.
  • Spread 1/2 cup frosting on each layer; stack layers. Frost sides of cake with remaining frosting. If you like, garnish with chopped nuts. Loosely cover and chill cake for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 639.5, Fat 19, SaturatedFat 8.8, Cholesterol 137.7, Sodium 214, Carbohydrate 112.9, Fiber 1, Sugar 94, Protein 6.8

AUSTRIAN WALNUT TORTE WITH COFFEE WHIPPED CREAM



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This lovely dessert would have been the featured pastry at "Jause" --a lovely old German/Austrian custom of pausing in the afternoon for cake and coffee and conversation. Prep time does not include time for cooling the torte layers.

Provided by Chef Kate

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 large eggs, separated
3/4 cup sugar, plus
2 tablespoons sugar
1 1/2 cups walnuts
2 tablespoons fresh fine breadcrumbs
1 1/2 tablespoons strong brewed coffee
1 1/2 tablespoons rum
1 cup heavy cream, well chilled
1 tablespoon instant espresso
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar, plus
1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar
butter
flour
12 walnut halves, toasted

Steps:

  • Butter 3 Nine inch round cake pan and line the bottom of each one with a round of buttered parchment paper.
  • Dust the pans with flour and shake out any excess.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • In a bowl with an electric mixer, beat the egg yolks with 3/4 cup of granulated sugar until the mixture is doubled in volume and forms a ribbon when the beaters are lifted (about 5 minutes).
  • In a food processor or blender, pulse the walnuts with the remaining 2 tablespoons of sugar until ground fine.
  • Add the walnuts, the bread crumbs, the coffee and the rum to the yolks and fold gently.
  • In another bowl, with clean beaters, beat the egg white just to stiff peaks.
  • Gently and gradually fold the whites into the yolk mixture.
  • Divide the batter among the three cake pans, spreading it evenly and giving each cake pan a good thump against the counter to make sure there are no air bubbles.
  • Bake the layers 20 to 25 minutes, or until the sides pull away from the pans and the tops spring back when pressed gently.
  • Cool in pans on racks for ten minutes.
  • Run a sharp knife round the sides of the layers and carefully invert the layers onto the racks.
  • Remove and discard parchment paper and allow layers to cool completely.
  • Make the Coffee Whipped Cream:.
  • In a large, chilled bowl, stir together 3 tablespoons of the cold heavy cream and the instant coffee until coffee is dissolved.
  • Add remaining cream and confectioner's sugar and beat until cream forms stiff peaks.
  • This will provide enough whipped cream to fill the two layers and to garnish the top.
  • You can place the cream for the top in a pastry bag and decorate the top with rosettes.
  • Garnish with the toasted walnut halves.

COFFEE-TOFFEE CRUNCH TORTE



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Categories     Coffee     Chocolate     Dairy     Egg     Nut     Dessert     Bake     Freeze/Chill     Almond     Summer     Chill     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 12 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

Crust
1 cup almonds, toasted
1 1/2 cups ground sugar cookies (such as Pepperidge Farms Bordeaux; about 6 3/4 ounces)
1/2 cup coarsely chopped chocolate-covered English toffee (such as Skor or Heath bar; about 3 ounces)
5 to 6 tablespoons butter, melted, hot
Ganache
1/2 cup whipping cream
2 tablespoons dark corn syrup
6 ounces bittersweet (not unsweetened) or semisweet chocolate, chopped
Mousse
3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
6 large egg yolks
1/3 cup water
3 tablespoons instant espresso powder
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 1/2 cups chilled whipping cream
2 tablespoons coffee liqueur
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped chocolate-covered English toffee (such as Skor or Heath bar; about 9 ounces)
20 (about) whole almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • For crust:
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Grind nuts with ground cookies and toffee in processor. Add 5 tablespoons butter; blend until nuts are finely chopped. To moisten crumbs, if necessary, blend in 1 tablespoon butter. Using plastic wrap as aid, press mixture onto bottom an dup sides of 9-inch-diameter springform pan with 2 3/4-inch-high sides. Freeze 15 minutes.
  • Bake crust until golden, about 12 minutes. Freeze crust.
  • For ganache:
  • Bring cream and corn syrup to simmer in heavy medium saucepan. Remove from heat. Add chocolate; whisk until melted and smooth. Cool to room temperature.
  • For mousse:
  • Whisk sugar, yolks, 1/3 cup water and espresso powder in large metal bowl. Set bowl over saucepan of simmering water (do not allow bowl to touch water); whisk until candy thermometer registers 160°F, about 3 minutes. Remove bowl from over water. Add nutmeg. Using electric mixer, beat egg mixture until cool and thick, about 5 minutes.
  • Beat 2 1/2 cups cream, liqueur and vanilla in another large bowl until stiff peaks form. Fold cream mixture and toffee into egg mixture. Spoon half of mousse into crust. Drizzle 1/4 cup ganache over. Using tip of knife, swirl mixtures together. Carefully spoon remaining mousse over; smooth top. Cover and freeze torte overnight. Cover remaining ganache; chill.
  • Rewarm remaining ganache over low heat, whisking just until slightly softened but not melted. If necessary, let stand until firm enough to pipe. Spoon ganache into pastry bag fitted with star tip. Run sharp knife around torte pan sides. Release pan sides. Pipe ganache in lattice design atop torte. Pipe ganache in star shapes around border. Garnish with almonds. (Can be prepared 1 week ahead. Freeze until lattice sets, then cover and keep frozen.)

COCONUT CREAM TORTE



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"This three-layer cake is rich and yummy," says Carol Barton from Bowling Green, Kentucky. Sour cream is the secret ingredient in the creamy frosting that's chock-full of coconut and pecans. "If you fix this dessert a day ahead, it tastes even better," she adds. "Just cover and refrigerate it."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 12-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package butter recipe golden cake mix (regular size)
2 cups sour cream
3-1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut (about 10 ounces)
1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1/2 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Prepare cake batter according to package directions. Pour into three greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. , Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to wire racks to cool completely., In a large bowl, combine the sour cream, coconut, pecans and sugar. , Place one cake on a serving platter; spread with a third of the sour cream mixture. Repeat layers twice. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts :

COFFEE, HAZELNUT AND RASPBERRY TORTE



Coffee, Hazelnut and Raspberry Torte image

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Yield Serves 8 to 10

Number Of Ingredients 16

Filling
1 cup frozen unsweetened raspberries, thawed, drained
1 cup raspberry jam
Frosting
2 1/2 cups chilled whipping cream
10 ounces good-quality white chocolate (such as Lindt or Bakers), chopped
Cake
1 cup hazelnuts, toasted, husked
1 cup sifted all purpose flour
1 1/4 cups sugar
1 teaspoon instant coffee crystals
1/4 teaspoon salt
6 large eggs, separated
1/4 cup water
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Fresh raspberries (optional)

Steps:

  • For filling:
  • Press raspberries through fine sieve into small bowl. Press jam through same sieve into raspberry puree; discard seeds. Stir to blend well. Cover and chill overnight.
  • For frosting:
  • Combine 3/4 cup cream, white chocolate and coffee crystals in heavy medium saucepan. Stir over low heat just until chocolate melts, coffee dissolves and mixture is smooth. Remove from heat. Let stand until cool and thick, whisking occasionally, about 1 1/2 hours.
  • Using electric mixer, beat 1 3/4 cups cream in large bowl until firm peaks form. Fold large spoonful of whipped cream into chocolate mixture to lighten. Fold chocolate mixture into whipped cream in 4 additions. Cover and refrigerate frosting until very firm, about 6 hours. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead; keep chilled.)
  • For cake:
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Line three 9-inch diameter cake pans with 1 1/2-inch-high sides with parchment. Butter and flour parchment. Combine nuts, flour, 1/4 cup sugar, coffee crystals and salt in processor. Blend until nuts are finely ground.
  • Using electric mixer, beat yolks and 1/2 cup sugar in large bowl until very thick, about 5 minutes. Beat in water and vanilla. Stir in flour mixture. Using clean dry beaters, beat egg whites in large bowl until soft peaks form. Gradually add 1/2 cup sugar, beating until stiff but not dry. Fold into yolk mixture in 3 additions.
  • Transfer batter to prepared pans. Bake cakes until tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 18 minutes. Cool cakes in pans on racks. Cut around pan sides to loosen cakes. Turn cakes out; peel off parchment.
  • Place 1 cake on platter and second cake on piece of foil. Spread 1/3 cup filling over each; let stand 20 minutes to set up. Spread 1 cup frosting over each. Lift cake off foil; place atop cake on platter. Top with third cake. Spread remaining frosting over sides and top of torte. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover with cake dome and refrigerate.)
  • Garnish torte with fresh berries, if desired. Cut into wedges and serve.

Tips:

  • Use freshly ground coffee: This will give your torte a richer, more robust flavor.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can make the torte tough.
  • Bake the torte until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This will ensure that the torte is cooked through.
  • Let the torte cool completely before frosting: This will help the frosting to set properly.
  • Use a variety of nuts in your torte: This will add flavor and texture.
  • Garnish the torte with chopped nuts, chocolate shavings, or fresh berries: This will make your torte look and taste even more delicious.

Conclusion:

The coffee nut torte is a delicious and decadent dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its rich coffee flavor, crunchy nuts, and creamy frosting, this torte is sure to be a hit. Whether you are a coffee lover or just looking for a new dessert to try, the coffee nut torte is a great option.

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