Best 5 Strawberry Chocolate Meringue Torte Recipes

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Indulge in the symphony of flavors with Strawberry Chocolate Meringue Torte, a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes the taste buds. This exquisite dessert features layers of delicate meringue, velvety chocolate ganache, and a luscious strawberry filling, all harmoniously combined to create a textural and味觉盛宴. Prepare to embark on a delightful journey as we unveil the secrets behind this extraordinary torte, including tips for achieving the perfect meringue, crafting an irresistibly rich chocolate ganache, and selecting the ripest, most flavorful strawberries. Along the way, discover variations of this classic recipe that cater to different preferences, such as a luscious strawberry mousse filling or a decadent chocolate glaze. Get ready to impress your loved ones with this stunning Strawberry Chocolate Meringue Torte, a dessert that will undoubtedly leave a lasting impression.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CHOCOLATE STRAWBERRY TORTE



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The gorgeous torte combines two great ingredients-chocolate and strawberries. -Paula Magnus, Republic, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 20

5 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
3/4 cup butter, cubed
1-1/2 cups sugar
3 large eggs, room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups water
STRAWBERRY FILLING:
4 cups sliced fresh strawberries
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
GLAZE:
3 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup confectioners' sugar
3 tablespoons water
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Line bottoms of 2 greased 9-in. round baking pans with parchment; grease paper., In a microwave, melt chocolate and butter; stir until smooth. Cool. Transfer to a large bowl; beat in sugar until blended. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to chocolate mixture alternately with water, beating well after each addition., Transfer batter to prepared pans. Bake 28-33 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks; remove paper. Cool completely., In a large bowl, combine filling ingredients; set aside. For glaze, in a microwave, melt chocolate and butter; stir until smooth. Stir in confectioners' sugar, water and vanilla until smooth. Cool slightly., Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread with half of each of the following: whipped topping and strawberry filling. Drizzle with half of the glaze. Repeat layers. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 461 calories, Fat 19g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 297mg sodium, Carbohydrate 68g carbohydrate (43g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

MERINGUE TORTE



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Ruth Grover writes from Portland, Connecticut: "My grandmother, who came here from Sweden when she was 21, used to make this cake for our birthdays, and it is still a family favorite."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 16-18 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

3/4 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar
6 large egg yolks
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
6 tablespoons 2% milk
MERINGUE:
6 large egg whites
1-1/2 cups sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons finely chopped walnuts, divided
FILLING:
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
2 cups fresh raspberries

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg yolks, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine flour and baking powder; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition. Pour into 3 parchment-lined 9-in. round baking pans; set aside., In a large bowl, beat egg whites on medium speed until foamy. Gradually beat in sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved. Add vanilla. Fold in 1/2 cup walnuts. Spread meringue evenly over cake batter; sprinkle with remaining walnuts. , Bake at 325° for 30-35 minutes or until meringue is lightly browned. Cool on wire racks for 10 minutes (meringue will crack). Loosen edges of cakes from pans with a knife. Using 2 large spatulas, carefully remove 1 cake to a serving plate, meringue side up. Carefully remove remaining cakes, meringue side up, to wire racks. , In a large bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Gradually add confectioners' sugar; beat until stiff peaks form. Carefully spread half the filling over cake on serving plate; top with half the raspberries. Repeat layers. Top with remaining cake. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364 calories, Fat 22g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 128mg cholesterol, Sodium 144mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

STRAWBERRY TORTE



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This beautiful swirled torte is almost too pretty to eat. Almost.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 9

Unsalted butter, for pan
8 extra-large eggs, room temperature, separated
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup cake flour (not self-rising)
2 teaspoons sifted baking powder
1 pint heavy cream
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar, plus more for work towel
1 quart strawberries, washed, dried, and hulls removed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter and line a rimmed 15-by-10-by-1-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper; set aside.
  • In a large bowl, beat egg yolks and sugar together until light in color, about 1 minute; stir in 1/2 teaspoon vanilla. Add cake flour and baking powder; stir until well combined.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold into flour mixture.
  • Pour cake batter in prepared pan and spread evenly with a spatula or the back of a spoon. Transfer baking sheet to oven and bake until cake springs back when touched, about 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, set 6 strawberries aside for garnish. Thinly slice remaining strawberries. Place heavy cream in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment; beat on medium speed. Slowly add remaining teaspoon vanilla and 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar. Continue beating until soft peaks form. Set half of the whipped cream aside. Gently fold sliced strawberries into remaining half; set aside.
  • Lay a clean kitchen towel flat on a work surface with one of the short ends facing you. Generously sprinkle dish towel with confectioners' sugar. Flip cake onto towel, remove baking sheet, and peel off parchment paper. Using the dish towel, roll cake away from you; let cool.
  • Unroll cake. Evenly spread strawberry whipped-cream mixture over surface of the cake and re-roll. Transfer cake to a serving plate and evenly spread top and sides of cake with reserved whipped cream. Cut reserved whole strawberries in half lengthwise and place on top of cake for garnish.

STRAWBERRY HAZELNUT TORTE



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"This beautiful dessert is a very big hit at parties," relates Phyllis Amboss of Pacific Palisades, California. "The tender meringues have a wonderful hazelnut flavor with layers of chocolate, whipped cream and berries. "I got the recipe when we were in Israel for a few months in 1979. I had no cookbooks with me, and my hairdresser gave me an old Australian cookbook with this recipe in it. I made a few changes and this is the result."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 large egg whites
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract, divided
Dash salt
1-1/4 cups sugar
1/2 cup ground hazelnuts
6 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
1 teaspoon shortening
1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/3 cup confectioners' sugar
2-1/2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
Additional fresh strawberries, halved

Steps:

  • Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Line a baking sheet with parchment. Trace two 8-in. circles 1/2 in. apart on the paper; set aside., Add vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla and salt to egg whites; beat until soft peaks form. Add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating until stiff peaks form. Spread over paper circles. Sprinkle with hazelnuts; cut through meringues with a knife to swirl nuts., Bake at 375° for 30-35 minutes or until the meringue and nuts are lightly browned. Cool on baking sheet. When completely cool, remove meringues from paper; store in an airtight container. In a microwave, melt chocolate and shortening; stir until smooth. Cool to room temperature., To assemble, place a meringue, flat side down, on a serving plate; spread with half of the melted chocolate. In a large bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add confectioners' sugar and remaining vanilla; beat until stiff peaks form. Spread half over chocolate layer. Arrange sliced strawberries over whipped cream., Spread flat side of remaining meringue with melted chocolate. Place chocolate side down over strawberries; spread with remaining whipped cream. Refrigerate for up to 4 hours before serving. Garnish with halved strawberries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 42mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

STRAWBERRIES & CREAM TORTE



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This festive strawberries and cream summer treat is one of my mom's favorites. It wows guests every time yet is simple to make. -Cathy Branciaroli, Wilmington, Delaware

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 large eggs, separated
1/4 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup plus 1/2 teaspoon sugar, divided
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup 2% milk
ASSEMBLY:
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 pint fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
1/2 teaspoon sugar
Additional fresh strawberries

Steps:

  • Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°. Line bottoms of two greased 8-in. round baking pans with parchment; grease paper., In a large bowl, cream butter and 1/2 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg yolks, beating well. Beat in vanilla., In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition. Transfer to prepared pans., With clean beaters, beat egg whites on medium speed until foamy. Add remaining sugar, beating on high until sugar is dissolved. Continue beating until soft peaks form. Spread over batter in pans., Bake 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely in pans on wire racks. (Cake layers will be thin.), In a large bowl, beat cream until stiff peaks form. Loosen edges of cakes from pans with a knife. Carefully remove one cake to a serving plate, meringue side up., Arrange sliced strawberries over top; sprinkle with sugar. Gently spread with half of the whipped cream. Top with remaining cake layer, meringue side up; spread with remaining whipped cream. Top with whole strawberries. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267 calories, Fat 20g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 100mg cholesterol, Sodium 158mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start baking, make sure you have all the ingredients and equipment you need. This will help you stay organized and avoid any mishaps.
  • Use Fresh Strawberries: Fresh strawberries will give your torte the best flavor. If you can't find fresh strawberries, you can use frozen strawberries, but make sure to thaw them completely before using.
  • Don't Overbeat the Egg Whites: Overbeaten egg whites will make your meringue tough. Beat them until they are stiff peaks, but not so stiff that they are dry.
  • Bake the Meringue at a Low Temperature: This will help prevent the meringue from browning too much.
  • Let the Meringue Cool Completely Before Assembling the Torte: This will help prevent the meringue from cracking.
  • Use a Sharp Knife to Slice the Torte: This will help prevent the meringue from crumbling.

Conclusion:

The strawberry chocolate meringue torte is a delicious and impressive dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet strawberries, rich chocolate, and fluffy meringue is sure to please everyone. With a little planning and effort, you can make this torte at home. So, next time you're looking for a special dessert to make, give the strawberry chocolate meringue torte a try. You won't be disappointed!

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