Best 6 Hearts Delight Torte Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our Hearts Delight Torte, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This exquisite torte, layered with delicate sponge cake, creamy chocolate mousse, and a velvety raspberry filling, is a feast for the senses. The sponge cake, light and airy, provides the perfect base for the rich and decadent chocolate mousse, while the raspberry filling adds a vibrant and tangy contrast. This luxurious dessert is a perfect centerpiece for any special occasion, whether it's a romantic dinner, a celebratory gathering, or simply a sweet treat to enjoy with loved ones. Our recipe includes detailed instructions and helpful tips to ensure that your Hearts Delight Torte turns out perfectly every time. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary adventure that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy. Also, discover variations of this classic dessert, including a gluten-free version, a white chocolate mousse variation, and a no-bake option, ensuring that everyone can savor the delight of this exceptional torte.

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

HEART'S DELIGHT ECLAIR



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This lovely and luscious treat is rumored to have been the favorite dessert of European royalty long ago. I know that it's won the hearts of everyone I've ever made it for. Enjoy! -Lorene Milligan, Chemainus, British Columbia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (17.3 ounces) frozen puff pastry, thawed
3 cups cold 2% milk
1 package (5.1 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract, divided
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon water
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 teaspoon shortening

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Cut an 11-in. heart-shaped pattern out of parchment or waxed paper., On a lightly floured surface, roll each pastry sheet into a 12-in. square. Using pattern and a sharp knife, cut a heart from each sheet; place on greased baking sheets. Bake until golden brown, 12-15 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool completely., In a large bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Let stand until soft-set, about 5 minutes. In another bowl, beat cream and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla until stiff peaks form; lightly fold into pudding. , Split each pastry heart into 2 layers; reserve 1 of the top layers. Place 1 of the remaining layers on a serving plate; spread with a third of the pudding mixture. Repeat twice; top with reserved layer., Mix confectioners' sugar, water, almond extract and remaining vanilla until smooth; spread over top pastry., In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Pipe or drizzle over top as desired. Refrigerate until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 488 calories, Fat 29g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 252mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

SACHER TORTE HEART WITH TRUFFLE TOP



Sacher Torte Heart with Truffle Top image

In a twist on a Valentine's Day chocolate sampler, the top of this six-inch Sacher torte, a classic Viennese dessert, is decorated with homemade truffles. These are dusted with three colors of cocoa powder. The small size makes it ideal for sharing with a sweetheart.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes

Yield Makes One 6-inch 2-Layer Cake

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened, plus more for pans
Unsweetened cocoa powder, for pans
4 ounces semisweet chocolate, finely chopped
1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
3 large eggs, separated
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup apricot jam
2 teaspoons orange-flavored liqueur, (optional)
8 ounces semisweet or bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped
1 cup heavy cream
Assorted Chocolate Truffles

Steps:

  • Make the cake: Preheat oven to 300 degrees, with rack in center. Butter two 6-inch heart-shape cake pans. Line bottoms with parchment paper; butter parchment. Dust with cocoa powder, and tap out excess; set aside. Melt chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water, stirring often; set aside.
  • Put butter and 1/3 cup sugar into the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Mix on medium speed until pale and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Mix in yolks, then vanilla and melted chocolate. Reduce speed to low. Mix in flour. Transfer batter to a large bowl.
  • Put egg whites and salt into the clean bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. Beat on low speed until foamy. Raise speed to medium-high; gradually beat in remaining 2 tablespoons sugar. Raise speed to high, and beat just until stiff peaks form. Stir half the egg whites into the chocolate mixture. Using a rubber spatula, gently fold in remaining egg whites.
  • Divide batter between prepared pans. Tap firmly on counter to remove any air bubbles. Bake until centers are just set, 16 to 17 minutes. Let cool completely in pans on a wire rack. Turn out cakes; remove parchment. Reinvert onto rack.
  • Trim cakes flat. Warm jam in a small saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until slightly runny. Stir in liqueur, if desired. Spread warm jam over 1 cake layer. Top with remaining layer.
  • Make the ganache: Put chocolate into a large heatproof bowl. Bring cream just to a boil over medium-high heat; pour over chocolate. Let stand 10 minutes. Stir until smooth. Refrigerate, stirring every 10 minutes, until cooled and the consistency of corn syrup, about 30 minutes.
  • Slowly pour ganache over top and down sides of cake (use an offset spatula to spread evenly, if needed). Let stand 30 minutes. Arrange truffles over top of cake. Serve.

HEARTS DELIGHT ECLAIR - MADE WITH PUFF PASTRY SHEETS



Hearts Delight Eclair - Made With Puff Pastry Sheets image

Originally found in Taste of Home magazine, listed as a "runner up" in one of their contests. Submited by Lorene Milligan of Chemainus, British Columbia. As a surprise for a good friend, it was a part of a carry in meal I prepared for her and her family for her birthday and has been requested over and over by everyone who has tried it since. Today I do not cut into a heart shape but instead leave it as a square (to get it to go as far as I can!) Ready made puff pastry sheets make this a breeze to prepare and the appearance is VERY elegant! A real show-stopper!

Provided by Lady Dancer

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

17 1/4 ounces frozen puff pastry, thawed
3 cups cold milk
1 (5 1/8 ounce) package vanilla instant pudding mix
2 cups whipping cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract, divided
1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 -3 tablespoons water (to spreading consistency)
1/4-1/2 teaspoon almond extract (to taste, we like 1/2)
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 teaspoon shortening

Steps:

  • On a lightly floured surface, roll each puff pastry sheet into a 12 inch square.
  • Place on ungreased cookie sheets.
  • (Original recipe calls for: "Using an 11 inch heart pattern, cut each pastry into a heart shape" - either way works well).
  • Bake at 400 degrees for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. (Do not underbake - it's a good idea to check your oven temperature. If underbaked, the pastry will fall.).
  • Remove to wire rack to cool.
  • Meanwhile, whisk milk and pudding mix until thickened, 1-2 minutes.
  • In a mixing bowl, beat cream and 1/2 t vanilla until stiff peaks form. Carefully fold into pudding until consistent color but do not over stir.
  • Split puff pastry sheets horizontally with a serrated knife.
  • Place one layer on a serving plate and top with 1/3 of the pudding mixture.
  • Repeat twice.
  • Top with remaining pastry.
  • In a small bowl combine confectioners sugar, water, almond extract and remaining vanilla and stir until smooth. (If necessary you can use a few drops more water if you find it difficult to spread but do not thin too much or you lose the white color which adds to its appearance).
  • Carefully spread over top of dessert.
  • Melt chocolate chips and shortening. Pipe in diagonal lines in one direction over frosting (if you don't have tips for piping, place in a plastic zip lock baggie,seal the bag and cut a small piece off the corner of the baggie to do the piping).
  • Refrigerate until set - (remove from fridge about 15-20 minutes before serving to soften the top for easy cutting)
  • This holds well overnight but we never seem to have any leftovers to keep any longer than that!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 523.3, Fat 35, SaturatedFat 15.8, Cholesterol 62.9, Sodium 321.9, Carbohydrate 48.1, Fiber 1, Sugar 25.2, Protein 6.1

EASY CHERRY DELIGHT DESSERT (NO-BAKE)



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This is a really great dessert, plan ahead this needs to chill for a minimum of 3 hours or overnight is even better.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Dessert

Time 25m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 3/4 cups crushed graham cracker crumbs
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup melted butter
2 cups whipped dream whipped topping (1 envelope)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 (28 ounce) can cherry pie filling

Steps:

  • Prepare a 9 x 9" baking pan.
  • In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter and 1 tbsp sugar; spread on bottom of prepared baking pan to form a crust.
  • Mix the Dream Whip topping according to directions on the package, then beat in the softened cream cheese into the Dream Whip a little at a time.
  • Add the remaining sugar and vanilla until well blended.
  • Smooth on top of the crust.
  • Top with the cherry pie filling.
  • Chill at least 3 hours (overnight is even better) if storing in the fridge overnight, cover with plastic wrap.

HEART'S DELIGHT TORTE



Heart's Delight Torte image

Cherry pie filling dresses up homemade chocolate cake layers in this impressive dessert. 'I found the recipe on a newspaper we used for packing material when we moved to our new home,' recalls Nancy Heesch of Sioux Falls, South Dakota. 'Our family enjoys it so much, it has become the traditional birthday cake at our house.'

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 55m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

⅓ cup shortening
1 cup sugar
1 egg
¾ cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ⅛ cups all-purpose flour
⅓ cup baking cocoa
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
2 (21 ounce) cans cherry pie filling
1 cup whipped topping
2 tablespoons semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, cream shortening and sugar. Add the egg, buttermilk and vanilla. Combine the dry ingredients; gradually add to creamed mixture. Pour into a greased 9-in. heart-shaped or round baking pan. Bake at 350 degrees F for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Split cake in half; place one layer on a serving plate. Spread with one can of pie filling; top with second cake layer. Pipe whipped topping around edge; garnish with chocolate chips. Spoon cherries from the second can of pie filling onto the top of the cake (refrigerate any remaining filling for another use).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 382.1 calories, Carbohydrate 69.6 g, Cholesterol 19.3 mg, Fat 10.6 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 211 mg, Sugar 23.9 g

HEART'S DELIGHT TORTE



Heart's Delight Torte image

Cherry pie filling dresses up homemade chocolate cake layers in this impressive dessert. 'I found the recipe on a newspaper we used for packing material when we moved to our new home,' recalls Nancy Heesch of Sioux Falls, South Dakota. 'Our family enjoys it so much, it has become the traditional birthday cake at our house.'

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 55m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

⅓ cup shortening
1 cup sugar
1 egg
¾ cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ⅛ cups all-purpose flour
⅓ cup baking cocoa
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
2 (21 ounce) cans cherry pie filling
1 cup whipped topping
2 tablespoons semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, cream shortening and sugar. Add the egg, buttermilk and vanilla. Combine the dry ingredients; gradually add to creamed mixture. Pour into a greased 9-in. heart-shaped or round baking pan. Bake at 350 degrees F for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Split cake in half; place one layer on a serving plate. Spread with one can of pie filling; top with second cake layer. Pipe whipped topping around edge; garnish with chocolate chips. Spoon cherries from the second can of pie filling onto the top of the cake (refrigerate any remaining filling for another use).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 382.1 calories, Carbohydrate 69.6 g, Cholesterol 19.3 mg, Fat 10.6 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 211 mg, Sugar 23.9 g

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start baking, make sure you have all your ingredients and equipment ready. This will help you stay organized and avoid scrambling during the baking process.
  • Temperature Matters: Make sure your oven is preheated to the correct temperature before you start baking. This will help ensure that your cake bakes evenly.
  • Don't Overmix: Overmixing the batter can result in a tough, dense cake. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Use Fresh Ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your cake will taste. If possible, use organic or locally-sourced ingredients.
  • Don't Open the Oven Door: Opening the oven door during baking can cause the cake to fall. Resist the urge to peek!
  • Let It Cool: Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting or decorating. This will help prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

With its moist, fluffy texture and rich, chocolatey flavor, the Hearts Delight Torte is a surefire crowd-pleaser. Whether you're baking it for a special occasion or just because you have a sweet tooth, this cake is sure to satisfy. So preheat your oven and get ready to indulge in a slice of heaven!

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