STRAWBERRY-ALMOND CHOCOLATE TORTE
"This layer cake is wonderful when strawberries are in season," Diane Kensinger of Manheim, Pennsylvania notes of her eye-catching dinner finale. "Sometimes I'll make it and invite family for a spur-of-the-minute dessert night! The recipe won first prize at a local farm show."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Coat the bottom of three 9-in. round baking pans with cooking spray; line with waxed paper. Spray the paper with cooking spray and dust with flour; set aside. Sift the flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt together three times. , Beat egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar, about 2 tablespoons at a time, on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved. Combine coffee and extracts. Fold dry ingredients into egg mixture alternately with coffee mixture. , Spread into prepared pans. Bake at 375° for 10-15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks. Gently peel off waxed paper. Cool completely., In a bowl, gently mash the strawberries; stir in almond extract. Fold in whipped topping. Place one cake layer on a serving platter; top with half of the filling. Repeat layers. Top with remaining cake layer. , In a small bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Combine confectioners' sugar and cocoa; add to cream. Beat until stiff peaks form. Frost top of cake. Garnish with almonds and strawberries. Chill for at least 1 hour before cutting. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 271 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 254mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
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Shayvion Avery
[email protected]I'm not much of a baker, but this torte looks easy enough to make. I might give it a try.
Namitego Sylivia
[email protected]This torte is so pretty! I can't wait to make it for my next party.
Reina Alberto
[email protected]I've been looking for a good strawberry torte recipe. This one looks perfect!
Forget Slowly
[email protected]This torte looks amazing! I'm definitely going to try making it.
SHAKA KYAMUNDU
[email protected]I can't wait to try this torte! It looks so delicious.
Ak Mj
[email protected]This torte looks like it would be perfect for a special occasion.
Maria Fermin
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of chocolate, but this torte looks so good, I might have to make an exception.
Raaz Raaz
[email protected]This torte is a work of art! It's almost too pretty to eat.
Meer Aslam Khosa
[email protected]I'm definitely going to make this torte for my next party.
Mr ceez Sims
[email protected]This torte looks delicious! I love the combination of strawberries, almonds, and chocolate.
Abdul Muqeem Baburi
[email protected]I'm not much of a baker, but this torte looks so good, I'm tempted to give it a try.
Dawn Jasson
[email protected]This torte is absolutely stunning! I can't wait to try it.
Mr. Jr AhMeD
[email protected]The instructions were clear and easy to follow, and the torte turned out perfectly. I'm so glad I found this recipe!
Tahmina Shorna
[email protected]This torte is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for parties, potlucks, and even just for a special treat at home.
Sarmad Khan
[email protected]I made this torte for my husband's birthday, and he loved it! The chocolate ganache was especially delicious.
Feryal Salah
[email protected]This torte was a huge hit at my party! It was so rich and decadent, and the flavors of the strawberries, almonds, and chocolate were perfectly balanced. I will definitely be making this again.