MOROCCAN PASSOVER TORTE

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Intoxicating orange and coconut flavors, a light and perfect dessert for after a seder. It is pareve. If you want to, add whipped cream to the top. From Joan Nathan.

Provided by Susiecat too

Categories     Tarts

Time 1h

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 eggs, separated
1 cup sugar
1 cup walnuts, chopped coarsely
2 cups unsweetened dried shredded coconut
1/2 cup fresh orange juice
1/4 cup orange liqueur
1 bittersweet chocolate square (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325°F
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer, beat the egg whites with 1/2 cup sugar until the mixture holds stiff peaks.
  • Without washing the beaters, beat the eggs yolk in a small bowl with the rest of the sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add the yolks to the whites but do not stir.
  • Add the walnuts and gently fold the ingredients together.
  • Do the same with the coconut, one cup at a time.
  • Pour the cake batter into a greased 9-inch spring form pan, and bake for 45 minutes until lightly brown on top.
  • Remove from the oven and allow to cool.
  • Mix together the orange juice and orange liqueur. Pour over the cake while it is still in the pan.
  • When the cake has cooled, place it in the refrigerator until it is time to serve.
  • Just before serving (add whipped cream here, if desired) garnish with bittersweet chocolate shavings.
  • Store in the refrigerator.

Mubeen Aslam
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I'm not sure about this recipe. It seems like a lot of work.


Joshua Ogendi
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This torte looks amazing! I can't wait to try it.


Karna McColm
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I've made this torte several times and it's always a hit. It's a delicious and easy Passover dessert that everyone loves.


Richard Goddy
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This torte is a great make-ahead dessert. I made it the day before Passover and it was still delicious the next day.


OP-_-Zakarya
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I'm not a big fan of Passover desserts, but this torte was really good. The crust was flaky and the filling was moist and flavorful.


RaFaq HuSsAiN
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This torte was a great way to use up some leftover matzo meal. It was easy to make and very tasty.


Jones Zzy
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I had some trouble getting the crust to come together, but the torte turned out delicious in the end. I would definitely make it again.


Faithe Neal
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This torte was a bit too sweet for my taste, but my family loved it. The crust was flaky and the filling was moist and flavorful.


Upali Amarasiri
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I was looking for a Passover dessert that was both delicious and easy to make. This torte fit the bill perfectly! It was a big hit with my family and friends.


Deyanna Walker
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This torte was delicious! The crust was flaky and the filling was moist and flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Chigozie John
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I made this torte for my family and they loved it! The flavors were amazing and the crust was perfect. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy Passover dessert.


Ahmed Hamdia
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This Moroccan Passover torte was a hit at our Seder! The combination of sweet and savory flavors was perfect, and the crust was flaky and delicious. I will definitely be making this again next year.


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