HOLIDAY CHOCOLATE TORTE

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This rich, creamy chocolate torte makes a decadent holiday or special occasion dessert. Creamy cheese layer, topped with a chocolate pudding layer, topped with whipped cream, shaved chocolate and almonds, all inside a pecan crust. Delicious!

Provided by littleturtle

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup pecans, ground
1 1/2 cups flour or 1 1/2 cups vanilla wafer crumbs
3/4 cup butter or 3/4 cup margarine, melted
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1 cup Cool Whip, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
2 1/2 cups milk
2 (3 1/2 ounce) packages instant chocolate pudding mix
1/2 tablespoon powdered instant coffee (heaping)
2 cups Cool Whip (remainder of 8 oz pkg)
sliced almonds or hazelnuts, to garnish
grated chocolate, to garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13x2-inch pan.
  • In small bowl, mix crust ingredients, and press into pan.
  • Bake until lightly browned (15 minutes).
  • Cool completely.
  • Beat ingredients for 1st layer until creamy, and spread over cooled crust.
  • Combine ingredients for 2nd layer and mix thoroughly.
  • Spread over cream cheese layer.
  • Cover with remaining cool whip.
  • Sprinkle with almonds and chocolate to garnish, and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • To serve, cut torte into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360.7, Fat 23.8, SaturatedFat 13, Cholesterol 43.8, Sodium 302.8, Carbohydrate 33.6, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 17.3, Protein 4.7

Daniel Baidoo
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This torte is definitely a keeper. It's easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


Mafikassa Music
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I've made this torte several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's rich, decadent, and oh-so-chocolatey.


Nosy Minoush
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This torte is absolutely delicious! It's the perfect dessert for a chocolate lover.


Enebeli God bless
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I thought this torte was just okay. It was a bit too sweet for my taste and the texture was a bit dry.


CrazyBoy
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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's perfect for a special occasion.


farman jabbar
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I would definitely make this torte again. It was a big hit with my family and friends.


Habimana Patrick (Pixie)
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This was my first time making a chocolate torte and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious.


calvin walabukha
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This torte is perfect for a special occasion. It's rich, decadent, and sure to impress your guests.


Erum Rizvi
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my torte didn't turn out as good as I hoped. It was still tasty, but it wasn't as moist as I would have liked.


Harold Waldrop
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This torte was a lot of work, but it was worth it. It was absolutely delicious.


Raima Ahmed
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The ganache frosting was a bit too thick for my taste, but the torte itself was delicious.


GIYAS FREE FIRE
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I've made this torte several times and it always turns out perfect. It's a great recipe for a special occasion.


Vickie Karambu
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I'm not a huge chocolate fan, but I thought this torte was delicious. The ganache frosting was especially good.


kenneth darnell
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This torte was a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved it.


Robelyn Papas
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Not too shabby!


stay kids
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I made this torte for my family and they loved it! The recipe was easy to follow and the results were stunning. The torte was moist and flavorful, and the ganache frosting was rich and creamy.


Qari Shahid
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This chocolate torte was a hit at our holiday party! It was rich, decadent, and oh-so-chocolatey. The ganache frosting was the perfect finishing touch.


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