MAKEOVER RICOTTA NUT TORTE
Looking for a special, lightened-up treat? Lots of thin layers and a luscious frosting make this cake a winner that's sure to draw plenty of oohs and aahs. -Suzanne Runtz, Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 55m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Line three 8-in. round baking pans with waxed paper. Coat pans with cooking spray and sprinkle with flour; set aside., For filling, in a small bowl, beat ricotta cheese and sugar until smooth; beat in vanilla. Fold in pecans and grated chocolate. Cover and chill., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, beat shortening and sugar until crumbly, about 2 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in applesauce and vanilla until well blended. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; add to the creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition., Pour into prepared pans. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., Cut each cake horizontally into two layers. Place bottom layer on a serving plate; spread with 1 cup filling. Repeat layers four times. Top with remaining cake layer., Spread whipped topping over top and sides of cake. Garnish with hazelnuts and shaved chocolate if desired. Chill until serving. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 372 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 281mg sodium, Carbohydrate 57g carbohydrate (39g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.
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Purnima kumari Mandal khatbe
purnima.k33@gmail.comI'm not a fan of ricotta cheese, but I loved this torte. The nuts and citrus really balance out the ricotta flavor.
Garret Osos
osos-garret@yahoo.comThis torte is perfect for a summer party. It's light and refreshing, and it's easy to make ahead of time.
Charles Elam
charles57@gmail.comI made this torte for my friend's birthday, and she loved it. She said it was the best torte she'd ever had.
Jose pacheco
j35@hotmail.comI'm allergic to nuts, so I substituted sunflower seeds in the crust. It turned out great!
xasan Cali
c96@hotmail.comThis torte is so good, I could eat it every day.
Alomgir Hussain
a@yahoo.comThis recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making this torte again.
Aditya Pandey
p51@hotmail.co.ukI'm not sure what I did wrong, but my torte didn't turn out as good as the picture.
Dm Salman
dm_salman100@gmail.comThis torte was a lot of work, but it was worth it. It's so delicious!
lost
lost56@gmail.comI had some trouble getting the crust to come together, but the torte turned out great in the end.
king yuuzuf
yuuzuf49@gmail.comThe torte was a bit dry, but the flavor was good.
Aishat tairu Shelle
s_a59@gmail.comThis torte was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think it would be perfect for someone who likes sweet desserts.
Rajon Love
love_r@hotmail.co.ukThis was a great recipe to use up some leftover ricotta cheese. The almond crust was a nice touch.
Brandon Brown
bb97@yahoo.comI'm not a big fan of ricotta cheese, but I loved this torte. The nuts and citrus really balance out the ricotta flavor.
the team
the.team@gmail.comThis torte is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.
Hira Sah
h_s86@yahoo.comI love the combination of ricotta and nuts in this torte. It's a great way to use up leftover ricotta cheese.
Malghalera Syed
m19@hotmail.comThis was my first time making a ricotta torte, and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow, and the torte was delicious.
Denoven DANIELS
d.d@hotmail.comI've made this torte several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. Everyone loves the creamy filling and the nutty crust.
Mohammed Philips
philips_m@yahoo.comThis ricotta nut torte was a huge hit with my family! The combination of ricotta, nuts, and citrus is just perfect. I especially loved the crunchy almond crust.