CHOCOLATE ALMOND TORTE

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Every time I am invited to a party everyone asks me to bring this dessert. It is a little time consuming but it looks beautiful and tastes EVEN BETTER! I like the fact that every time I make it looks different the fruit on the top is a great way to use the wonderful fresh fruit that's in season. If you think this dessert is...

Provided by Beth Streeter

Categories     Chocolate

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 19

4 oz semi sweet chocolate
1/2 c slivered almonds
1/2 c cold butter cut up
1 egg
1/2 c powered sugar
1/2 c all purpose flour
1/8 tsp salt
1 tsp vanilla extract
FILLING
1/2 c butter softened
1 egg
3 Tbsp heavy whipping cream
1/2 c powdered sugar
4 oz semi sweet chocolate
1 tsp vanilla extract
TOPPING
strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, rasperries, blackberries
apricot, or peach jam
cheese cloth

Steps:

  • 1. Crust: Place broken chocolate pieces, sugar and almonds into a food processor or blender. Process for about 20 to 25 seconds until the mix is like powder. Then add flour, butter and salt. Process 15 to 20 pulses or until butter is in very fine pieces. Add egg and vanilla and pulse about 15 times until mixture sticks together when pinched with fingers. Place the mixture on plastic wrap and need a few times to bring dough together to form a ball. Place the dough into a 10 1/2 in. flat tart pan with 1" fluted sides. The dough will be very sticky, I have found that using a small icing knife that is slightly wet makes the job easier. Bake at 350 degrees for 15 to 18 minutes until shell springs back when touched. Cool and remove outside rind of pan. Crust may be made a day ahead if you wish.
  • 2. Filling: In a small mixer bowl, beat butter with sugar and egg until light and fluffy. Melt broken chocolate in a double boiler or microwave. Add warm chocolate to creamed mixture and beat well. Mix in cream and vanilla, beating until thick and creamy. Spread evenly over crust.
  • 3. While the filling is still soft, arrange the fruit on the top. Every time I make this tart it is different. Depending on what is in season and what looks pretty. Here is where you get to use your imagination.
  • 4. Take apricot or peach jam or preserves and strain through a cheese cloth. Then glaze the top with a pastry brush. Chill about 2 hours and let stand 30 minutes at room temperature before serving. Enjoy.

Jacob Cruz
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I'm definitely going to make this torte again. It's a new favorite!


Albert Durham
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This torte is the perfect dessert for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.


Daniel Augustin
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I'm not a big fan of chocolate, but I really enjoyed this torte. The almond flavor really balanced out the chocolate.


Sheikh Din
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I made this torte for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best chocolate torte he's ever had.


Hadi Nyass
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I couldn't find almond flour at my local grocery store. I used regular flour instead and the torte still turned out great.


Reza Meer
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The torte was a bit dry. I think I overbaked it. Next time I will bake it for a shorter amount of time.


Shamu Baltee
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This torte is a bit too sweet for my taste. I would suggest using less sugar in the recipe.


jerry jobela
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves chocolate torte.


Mulwana Gilbert
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This torte is so easy to make. I'm not a baker, but I was able to make it without any problems.


Teodora Acimov
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I love the combination of chocolate and almonds in this torte. It's a perfect balance of flavors.


Mickyle Ganger
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This torte is so rich and decadent. It's the perfect treat for a chocolate lover.


Jay James
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I've made this torte twice now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect dessert for a special occasion.


deborah Sylvester
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This was my first time making a torte, and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow and the torte was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


himal khanal
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always amazing. The torte is always moist and flavorful. I highly recommend it.


Carol Jansto
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This torte is absolutely delicious! The chocolate is rich and decadent, and the almonds add a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


Heer Hoor
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I've made this torte several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's easy to make and always turns out perfectly. The chocolate and almond flavors are a perfect combination.


Ackel Gairy
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This chocolate almond torte was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone raved about the rich chocolate flavor and the nutty crunch of the almonds. It was the perfect ending to a special meal.