Tortes are classic European desserts featuring layers of sweet dough and delectable fillings. Our delectable Plum Torte and Apple Cranberry Torte offer a delightful twist on this traditional treat. The Plum Torte enchants with its vibrant purple plums nestled in a buttery crust, while the Apple Cranberry Torte tantalizes with its blend of sweet apples and tangy cranberries, all enveloped in a flaky pastry. Both tortes offer a symphony of flavors and textures that will elevate any occasion, from casual gatherings to festive celebrations. Whether you prefer the juicy burst of plums or the harmony of apples and cranberries, these recipes promise an unforgettable taste experience.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CRANBERRY CREAM TORTE
We just love the contrast of flavors in this delightful recipe. There's *just* the right amount of sweetness to play off of the tart berries. Very tasty, indeed!
Provided by Carol Junkins
Categories Fruit Desserts
Time 1h25m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. Put three cups cranberries in a round pie plate greased, and sprinkle with 3/4 cup sugar.
- 2. Beat two eggs in a bowl and add one cup of sugar, one stick margarine melted, one cup of flour, pinch of salt and walnuts (if desired) and pour over cranberries.
- 3. Bake at 300 degrees for 70 minutes or 325 degrees for 60 minutes.
- 4. Add whipped topping when cool.
QUICK APPLE CRANBERRY TART
"I love the tangy sweetness of this quick but elegant-looking dessert," remarks field editor Suzanne Strocsher of Bothell, Washington.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 50m
Yield 12-16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- On a lightly floured surface, roll half of the pastry into a 13-in. circle. Press onto the bottom and up the sides of an ungreased 11-in. fluted tart pan with removable bottom or press onto the bottom and 1 in. up the sides of a 10-in. springform pan. , In a large bowl, combine the cranberries, apples, brown sugar, flour and cinnamon; pour into crust. Dot with butter. Cut leaf shapes from the remaining pastry. Place over filling. , Place tart pan on a baking sheet. Bake at 425° for 35-40 minutes or until filling is hot and bubbly and crust is golden. Cool on a wire rack. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 208 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 114mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
APPLE AND WALNUT TORTA
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories dessert
Time 45m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a small saucepan, heat the orange liqueur. Turn off the heat and add the cranberries, making sure all the cranberries are submerged in the liquid. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, mix together the cinnamon and the orange zest. Stir in the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix together the eggs, butter, sugar, and vanilla. Add the dry ingredients and stir to combine. Add the apples, walnuts, and drained cranberries. Spoon the mixture into a lightly greased 8 by 8 by 2-inch glass baking dish or 8-inch cake pan. Bake until a wooden skewer inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean, about 30 minutes.
- To serve, while still warm cut into squares or wedges and serve with ice cream.
ORIGINAL PLUM TORTE
The Times published Marian Burros's recipe for Plum Torte every September from 1983 until 1989, when the editors determined that enough was enough. The recipe was to be printed for the last time that year. "To counter anticipated protests," Ms. Burros wrote a few years later, "the recipe was printed in larger type than usual with a broken-line border around it to encourage clipping." It didn't help. The paper was flooded with angry letters. "The appearance of the recipe, like the torte itself, is bittersweet," wrote a reader in Tarrytown, N.Y. "Summer is leaving, fall is coming. That's what your annual recipe is all about. Don't be grumpy about it." We are not! And we pledge that every year, as summer gives way to fall, we will make sure that the recipe is easily available to one and all. The original 1983 recipe called for 1 cup sugar; the 1989 version reduced that to 3/4 cup. We give both options below. Here are five ways to adapt the torte.
Provided by Marian Burros
Categories breakfast, brunch, easy, weekday, times classics, dessert
Time 1h15m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350 degrees.
- Cream the sugar and butter in a bowl. Add the flour, baking powder, salt and eggs and beat well.
- Spoon the batter into a springform pan of 8, 9 or 10 inches. Place the plum halves skin side up on top of the batter. Sprinkle lightly with sugar and lemon juice, depending on the sweetness of the fruit. Sprinkle with about 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, depending on how much you like cinnamon.
- Bake 1 hour, approximately. Remove and cool; refrigerate or freeze if desired. Or cool to lukewarm and serve plain or with whipped cream. (To serve a torte that was frozen, defrost and reheat it briefly at 300 degrees.)
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 350, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 57 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 63 milligrams, Sugar 42 grams, TransFat 0 grams
PLUM TORTE
So easy to make and it's delicious! Take advantage of plum season to make this torte. The torte base will complement many types of fruit. I've used regular plums and quartered them and it was super tasty too. Next time, I'll try it with apricots. I use just a little less than 1/2 cup of sugar because I'm not a fan of sweet desserts. Serve plain or with vanilla ice cream.
Provided by Frankie
Categories Desserts Cakes Torte Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Arrange a rack in the lower third of the oven.
- Cream butter and 1/2 cup sugar together using an electric mixer in a mixing bowl. Add eggs and mix well. Sift flour, baking powder, and salt into the batter; beat to mix well. Pour into an ungreased 9-inch springform pan.
- Cover the batter with plums, skin-side down. Mix 1 tablespoon sugar and cinnamon together in a small bowl and sprinkle over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 40 to 50 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature, or serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 275.3 calories, Carbohydrate 37.8 g, Cholesterol 71.4 mg, Fat 13 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 97.6 mg, Sugar 24 g
CRANBERRY TORTE
"Besides being eye-catching and delicious, this treat is conveniently made ahead and frozen," says field editor Pat Waymire, Yellow Springs, Ohio. "I fix the topping on the day I serve the torte."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield 12-14 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the cracker crumbs, pecans, 1/4 cup sugar and butter. Press onto the bottom and 1 in. up the sides of a 9-in. springform pan. , Bake at 375° for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned. In a bowl, combine the cranberries, orange juice concentrate, vanilla, salt and remaining sugar. , In a bowl, beat cream until soft peaks form. Fold into the cranberry mixture. Pour into the crust. Freeze until firm. , For topping, combine sugar and cornstarch in a saucepan. Stir in cranberries and water until blended. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook and stir until berries pop and mixture is thickened, about 5 minutes; cool. Let torte stand at room temperature for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with topping.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 123mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
Tips:
- Use ripe, flavorful fruit. This will ensure that your torte has the best possible flavor. Avoid fruit that is bruised or has blemishes.
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the torte tough. Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
- Bake the torte in a preheated oven. This will help to ensure that it cooks evenly.
- Don't overbake the torte. Check the torte for doneness a few minutes before the baking time is up. A toothpick inserted into the center of the torte should come out clean when it is done.
- Let the torte cool completely before serving. This will give the flavors time to develop and will make the torte easier to slice.
Conclusion:
Tortes are a delicious and versatile dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you are looking for a classic dessert or something a little more unique, there is sure to be a torte recipe that you will love. So next time you are in the mood for a sweet treat, give one of these torte recipes a try. You won't be disappointed!
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