CHOCOLATE ALMOND TORTE (TORTA CAPRESE)

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Categories     Cake     Chocolate     Egg     Nut     Dessert     Bake     Almond     Party     Gourmet

Yield Makes 1 torte

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 3/4 sticks (7/8 cup) unsalted butter
7 ounces (1 1/4 cups) blanched whole almonds
6 ounces fine-quality bittersweet chocolate (not unsweetened)
4 large eggs
1 cup granulated sugar
Garnish: confectioners' sugar
Accompaniment: whipped cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350° F. and butter a 10-inch cake pan. Line bottom of pan with a round of wax paper and butter paper.
  • Melt butter and cool. In a food processor finely grind together almonds and chocolate. Separate eggs.
  • In a bowl with an electric mixer beat yolks with granulated sugar until very thick and pale and beat in almond mixture and butter.
  • In another bowl with cleaned beaters beat whites with a pinch salt until they just hold stiff peaks and whisk one fourth into almond mixture. Fold in remaining whites gently but thoroughly and spread batter evenly in pan.
  • Bake torte in middle of oven 50 minutes, or until it begins to pull away from side of pan and a tester comes out with moist crumbs adhering. Cool torte on a rack 5 minutes and invert onto another rack. Discard wax paper and cool torte completely. Invert torte onto a plate. Torte may be made 1 day ahead and kept, wrapped well in plastic wrap, at room temperature.
  • Dust torte with confectioners' sugar and serve with whipped cream.

Kazi Jakaria
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I'm not a huge fan of chocolate desserts, but this torte was surprisingly good. The almond flour gives it a unique flavor that I really enjoyed.


Emergency Food
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This torte is so moist and chocolatey. It's the perfect dessert for a chocolate lover.


Ehsan Ashraf
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I've made this torte several times now, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Annna Ishaa
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This torte is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's a showstopper dessert that will impress your guests.


Judith Wright
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I love the almond flour in this recipe. It gives the torte a unique flavor and texture.


Jamiracle Stevens
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This torte is so rich and decadent, it's perfect for a special occasion.


Peppa Pig
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I made this torte for my friend's birthday, and she loved it! She said it was the best chocolate cake she's ever had.


Jasmen Rose
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I'm not a baker, but I was able to make this torte without any problems. It's a great recipe for beginners.


lilahtheGachatuber
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This torte is a great make-ahead dessert. I often make it the day before I need it, and it's always just as good.


jawed qadri
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to follow, and the results are always amazing.


Shawn Micheal
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This torte is so moist and decadent. It's the perfect dessert for a special occasion.


Lindsay Hall
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This torte is a chocoholic's dream! The chocolate flavor is rich and intense, and the almonds add a nice crunch.


Lyn Anguit
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I've made this torte several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make, and it always turns out perfectly.


Anna Webster
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This torte was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone loved the rich chocolate flavor and the moist texture. It was the perfect ending to a special meal.


Gabby Forester
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I'm not a huge fan of chocolate desserts, but this torte was a game-changer for me. The almond flour gives it a unique flavor that is both nutty and sweet. I'll definitely be making this again!


Bs Bellal
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This torte is absolutely divine! The texture is moist and dense, with a rich chocolate flavor that is perfectly complemented by the almonds. It's not too sweet, which makes it a great choice for those who prefer a more sophisticated dessert.


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