FAVORITE HAZELNUT-MOCHA TORTE

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When my daughter was newly married, one of the recipes she received was this wonderful torte. It looks gorgeous decorated with shaved dark chocolate and chopped hazelnuts. -Elizabeth Cziszler, Calgary, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 large eggs
3/4 cup sugar
1 cup finely chopped hazelnuts
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
FILLING:
1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons butter, softened
2 tablespoons strong hot brewed coffee
1 teaspoon baking cocoa
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
WHIPPED CREAM:
1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
4 teaspoons confectioners' sugar
3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Shaved dark chocolate and chopped hazelnuts, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Line bottom of a greased 9-in. springform pan with parchment paper; grease paper. Place eggs and sugar in a blender; cover and process until frothy. Add hazelnuts, flour and baking powder; cover and process 1 minute or until blended., Transfer to prepared pan. Bake 20-25 minutes or until top springs back when lightly touched. Cool in pan 10 minutes. Loosen sides from pan with a knife. Remove rim from pan. Invert cake onto a wire rack; carefully remove pan bottom and paper. Cool completely., In a small bowl, combine filling ingredients; beat until smooth. Using a long serrated knife, cut cake horizontally in half. Place one cake layer on a serving plate; spread with filling. Top with remaining cake layer., In a large bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add confectioners' sugar and vanilla; beat until soft peaks form. Spread whipped cream over top and sides of cake. Decorate as desired with shaved chocolate and hazelnuts. Refrigerate leftovers.

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Waleed Shafqat
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This torte is a great way to use up leftover hazelnuts. It's also a delicious and impressive dessert.


Jaxson
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I made this torte for my daughter's birthday and she loved it! It was the perfect dessert for her special day.


Beenish Fatima
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This torte is absolutely beautiful and delicious. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a special dessert.


Owain Wilkinson
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I've made this torte several times and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great recipe to have on hand for special occasions.


Mfana KahDavula
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This torte is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth it. It's so delicious and impressive-looking.


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


Fateh Ali
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This torte is so rich and decadent. It's perfect for a special occasion.


Altravius Carey
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I'm not a huge fan of hazelnuts, but I really enjoyed this torte. The mocha frosting is what really makes it.


Isiko Sadiiki
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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 beautiful and delicious.


Jennifer Pearson
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I made this torte for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The only change I made was to use dark chocolate instead of semi-sweet chocolate. It turned out perfectly.


Zayn Kawsar
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This torte is absolutely delicious! The hazelnut flavor is rich and nutty, and the mocha frosting is the perfect complement. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves chocolate and nuts.