Best 6 Mohntorte Poppy Seed Cake Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Mohntorte, a traditional Austrian poppy seed cake that captivates taste buds with its unique texture and nutty aroma. This delectable cake is a staple in many European countries and holds a special place in Austrian cuisine. As you embark on a culinary journey through this article, you'll discover two enticing recipes for Mohntorte: a classic version that stays true to its heritage and a modern interpretation that adds a contemporary twist to this timeless dessert.

The classic Mohntorte recipe embodies simplicity and authenticity. Ground poppy seeds, sugar, and milk form the base of the filling, which is then enveloped in layers of delicate pastry dough. With each bite, you'll experience a symphony of flavors and textures, from the crunchy poppy seeds to the flaky crust. The modern Mohntorte recipe, on the other hand, introduces exciting variations to the classic. A combination of poppy seeds, ground almonds, and a hint of lemon zest creates a more complex filling, while a streusel topping adds an irresistible crunch. Both recipes promise a delightful treat that will leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

POPPY-SEED TORTE



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A poppy-seed torte, also called a Mohntorte, is flavored by poppy seeds and ground walnuts.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes

Yield Makes 1 seven-inch torte

Number Of Ingredients 9

Unsalted butter, for pan
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour, plus more for pan
1/2 cup poppy seeds
3 tablespoons finely ground toasted walnuts (3/4 ounce)
1/2 teaspoon pure almond extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs, separated
1/2 cup sugar
Confectioners' sugar, for dusting

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter a 7-inch springform pan. Line the bottom with parchment paper; butter parchment, and dust with flour, tapping out excess. In a small bowl, combine poppy seeds, walnuts, flour, almond extract, and salt.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, beat egg yolks and 1/4 cup sugar on medium-high speed until pale and thick, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a large mixing bowl. Add the poppy-seed mixture, but do not stir in.
  • Place egg whites in a heatproof mixer bowl set over a pan of simmering water until warm to the touch. Attach bowl to mixer fitted with a clean, dry whisk attachment, and beat on high speed until soft peaks form. Beat in remaining 1/4 cup sugar until stiff and glossy peaks form. Fold egg whites into egg-yolk mixture in three batches.
  • Spread batter evenly in prepared pan, and bake until lightly golden and firm on top, about 30 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Carefully remove sides of pan, and transfer torte to a serving plate. Dust with confectioners' sugar, and serve in wedges.

POPPY SEED TORTE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 3h35m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 stick cold unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 large egg yolk
Cooking spray
1/2 cup sugar
4 large egg yolks
3 tablespoons cornstarch
Pinch of salt
1 1/2 cups whole milk
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup cold heavy cream
1 tablespoon poppy seeds

Steps:

  • Make the crust: Pulse the flour, sugar, lemon zest and salt in a food processor. Add the butter and pulse until the mixture looks like coarse meal. Add the egg yolk and 2 tablespoons ice water; pulse until the dough begins to come together. Turn out onto a sheet of plastic wrap and pat into a disk. Wrap tightly and refrigerate until firm, at least 1 hour and up to 1 day.
  • Lightly coat a 9-inch tart pan with a removable bottom with cooking spray. Roll out the dough into a 10-inch round on a lightly floured surface. (If it gets too soft, return to the refrigerator until firm.) Ease the dough into the prepared pan and press into the bottom and up the sides, trimming any excess. Pierce the bottom all over with a fork. Refrigerate until firm, at least 1 hour or overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Put the tart pan on a baking sheet. Line the crust with foil, then fill with pie weights or dried beans. Transfer the baking sheet to the oven; bake until the crust edges are golden, about 20 minutes. Remove the foil and weights and continue baking until the crust is golden all over, 15 to 20 more minutes. Transfer to a rack and let cool completely. (The tart shell can be made up to 1 day ahead.)
  • Meanwhile, make the filling: Whisk the sugar, egg yolks, cornstarch and salt in a bowl until combined. Heat the milk in a small saucepan over medium heat (do not boil). Gradually whisk half of the hot milk into the egg mixture, then pour back into the saucepan with the remaining milk and cook, whisking, until thick like pudding, about 4 minutes. Whisk in the butter and vanilla. Pour the filling through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl. Let cool to room temperature, stirring frequently, about 30 minutes.
  • Beat the heavy cream with a mixer until soft peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream and poppy seeds into the cooled filling. Spoon into the prepared crust and smooth the top. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and refrigerate until set, at least 3 hours or overnight.

POPPY SEED TORTE



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I've loved this torte since I was a youngster, and now I can pass it on to my eight grandchildren. It's easy to make and tastes so good!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 10-14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/3 cup poppy seeds
3/4 cup whole milk
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3/4 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 cups sugar
2 cups cake flour
2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 large egg whites, stiffly beaten
FILLING:
3/4 cup sugar
5 teaspoons cornstarch
2-1/4 cups whole milk
6 large egg yolks, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup chopped walnuts, optional
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Place poppy seeds and milk in a small bowl; soak for 1 hour. Add vanilla. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add poppy seed mixture. , Sift together the flour, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture. Fold in egg whites. Spread into two well-greased and lightly floured 8-in. round baking pans. , Bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., For filling, in a small saucepan, combine the sugar and cornstarch. Stir in milk until smooth. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of hot filling into egg yolks; return all to pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Gently stir in vanilla and nuts of desired. , Split cakes in half and spread filling between layers. Chill. Just before serving, dust with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366 calories, Fat 15g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 125mg cholesterol, Sodium 259mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (34g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

POPPY SEED CAKE



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As sweet finale for my favorite meal, this moist cake is chock full of poppy seeds. (Don't forget to soak the poppy seeds.) The cream cheese frosting adds the final touch! This is also a tasty dessert to bring to a potluck.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 12-15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/3 cup poppy seeds
1 cup 2% milk
4 egg whites
3/4 cup shortening
1-1/2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
CREAM CHEESE FROSTING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, soak poppy seeds in milk for 30 minutes. Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes., In another large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla. Combine flour and baking powder; add to creamed mixture alternately with poppy seed mixture, beating well after each addition. Beat egg whites until soft peaks form; fold into batter. , Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake at 375° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack., For frosting, in a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter and vanilla until smooth. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar. Spread over cake. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 426 calories, Fat 23g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 184mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

POPPY SEED CAKE



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Provided by Joan Nathan

Categories     dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup poppy seeds
1 cup milk or soy milk
1 cup (8 ounces) unsalted butter or pareve margarine, plus more for greasing pan
2 cups all-purpose flour, plus additional for dusting pan
2 cups sugar
3 large eggs, separated
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
Confectioners' sugar, for dusting

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine the poppy seeds and milk. Bring to a boil, remove from heat, and allow to rest until cool, about 20 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees and prepare a large loaf or tube pan by greasing it with margarine and lightly flouring the inside of the pan.
  • In bowl of an electric mixer with a paddle attachment, cream together butter or margarine and sugar. Add egg yolks, vanilla, and poppy seed-milk mixture, and beat until smooth. Gradually add 2 cups flour, salt and baking powder. Mix well; remove bowl from mixer and set aside.
  • Place a clean bowl in mixer, with a whisk attachment, and whisk egg whites until stiff but not dry. Gently fold into batter. Scrape into pan, and bake until a knife inserted into the cake comes out clean, about 1 hour. Transfer cake to a rack. Unmold after 15 minutes. When cool, dust cake with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 433, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 54 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 11 grams, Sodium 207 milligrams, Sugar 35 grams, TransFat 1 gram

OLD-FASHIONED POPPY SEED TORTE



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I got this recipe from my grandmother; it's an old fashioned recipe, but well worth it. My dad requests this cake every year for his birthday. I make it for church events and charity auctions, too. Everyone loves it! -Brenda Patterson, Pullman, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 large eggs, separated
1/4 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar blend
1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided
2-1/2 cups plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, divided
3 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1-3/4 cups buttermilk
1/4 cup poppy seeds
1 cup sugar
1 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons baking cocoa
1-1/2 to 2 teaspoons cold brewed coffee
1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Place egg whites in a small bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Coat three 9-in. round baking pans with cooking spray; line with waxed paper and coat the paper. Sprinkle with flour; set aside. , In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar blend until crumbly, about 2 minutes. Beat in applesauce and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Combine 2-1/2 cups flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk. Fold in poppy seeds., Beat egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form; fold into batter. Spread into prepared pans. Bake at 350° for 12-18 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., For filling, in a small saucepan, combine sugar and remaining flour. Stir in sour cream until smooth. Bring to a boil. Stir a small amount of hot mixture into egg yolks; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Stir in remaining vanilla. Transfer to a bowl; refrigerate until chilled., Place one cake layer on a serving platter; top with a third of the filling. Repeat layers twice., Combine the confectioners' sugar, cocoa and enough coffee to achieve a drizzling consistency. Drizzle over cake. Sprinkle with nuts. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 288mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh poppy seeds for the best flavor. If you can't find fresh poppy seeds, you can use dried poppy seeds, but they will not have as much flavor.
  • Grind the poppy seeds finely before using them. This will help to release their flavor and make them easier to digest.
  • Be careful not to overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough.
  • Bake the cake in a preheated oven. This will help to ensure that the cake rises evenly.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

Mohntorte is a delicious and traditional German cake that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you are a fan of poppy seeds or not, you are sure to love this cake. So next time you are looking for a special dessert to make, give Mohntorte a try. You won't be disappointed.

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