**An Italian Delight: Exploring the Richness of Torta Caprese and Its Variations**
Originating from the beautiful isle of Capri, Torta Caprese is an exquisite Italian chocolate cake that captivates taste buds with its moist, dense texture and symphony of flavors. This gluten-free indulgence derives its moistness from a unique combination of chocolate and almond flour, while the absence of wheat flour lends it a distinctive dense crumb. As you delve into the heart of this culinary masterpiece, layers of rich chocolate ganache unfold, promising an explosion of chocolatey goodness in every bite. This article presents a collection of Torta Caprese recipes, each offering a unique twist on the classic. From the traditional version to innovative takes infused with berries, citrus, and even pistachio, these recipes cater to a range of preferences. Embark on a culinary journey to discover the delectable variations of Torta Caprese and unveil the secrets behind its irresistible charm.
TORTA CAPRESE
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories dessert
Time 1h25m
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place the chocolate and butter in the top of a double boiler and melt until smooth. Cool slightly, until just warm to the touch.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter the inside of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Place the egg whites in a medium bowl with the salt. Place the yolks in a slightly larger bowl with the granulated sugar. Using a handheld mixer, beat the whites on medium speed until stiff peaks form, about 2 minutes. Then beat the egg yolks on medium speed until light, pale and fluffy, about 1 1/2 minutes. Using a rubber spatula, stir the chocolate mixture, almond flour and vanilla into the yolks. In 2 batches, fold the whipped whites into the chocolate base. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and bake until puffed and beginning to crack on top, about 40 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack.
- When cool, run a thin knife around the edge of the pan to release the cake. Remove the outside ring and dust the top with confectioners' sugar.
INSTANT POT® TORTA CAPRESE (ITALIAN FLOURLESS CHOCOLATE-ALMOND CAKE)
This Italian cake called "Torta Caprese" comes from the island of Capri. It is a moist, dense, fudge-like chocolate cake served at tea time on the Amalfi Coast. Typically made in the oven, making it in an electric pressure cooker keeps it moist without risk of drying out.
Provided by Buckwheat Queen
Categories Desserts Nut Dessert Recipes Almond Dessert Recipes
Time 1h25m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Pour 2 cups water inside a 7-quart multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and insert a trivet. Generously butter an 8-inch round cake pan.
- Combine chocolate and butter in a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on 800 watts for 2 minutes. Whisk and microwave for another 2 minutes. Continue whisking and cooking until chocolate and butter are completely melted. Add sugar and vigorously whisk until combined. Mix in almond flour until combined. Add egg yolks and stir until incorporated.
- Beat egg whites in the bowl of a stand mixer until soft peaks form. Fold into the chocolate mixture. Pour batter into the prepared cake pan and cover with aluminum foil. Set the pan on top of the trivet in the cooker.
- Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 30 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
- Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 15 minutes. Open the lid and allow the cake to cool. Remove the cake pan with tongs and let cool on a wire rack for 15 minutes. Remove cake from the pan by placing a plate on top and flipping it over. Flip it again using another plate to set it right-side up.
- Dust with powdered sugar and cocoa powder and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 308.5 calories, Carbohydrate 22 g, Cholesterol 80.2 mg, Fat 23.3 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.3 g, Sodium 86.5 mg, Sugar 17.8 g
CHOCOLATE ALMOND TORTE (TORTA CAPRESE)
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350° F. and butter a 10-inch cake pan. Line bottom of pan with a round of wax paper and butter paper.
- Melt butter and cool. In a food processor finely grind together almonds and chocolate. Separate eggs.
- In a bowl with an electric mixer beat yolks with granulated sugar until very thick and pale and beat in almond mixture and butter.
- In another bowl with cleaned beaters beat whites with a pinch salt until they just hold stiff peaks and whisk one fourth into almond mixture. Fold in remaining whites gently but thoroughly and spread batter evenly in pan.
- Bake torte in middle of oven 50 minutes, or until it begins to pull away from side of pan and a tester comes out with moist crumbs adhering. Cool torte on a rack 5 minutes and invert onto another rack. Discard wax paper and cool torte completely. Invert torte onto a plate. Torte may be made 1 day ahead and kept, wrapped well in plastic wrap, at room temperature.
- Dust torte with confectioners' sugar and serve with whipped cream.
TORTA CAPRESE
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees, setting rack at middle level. Butter a 10-inch round cake pan, 2 inches deep, and cut a piece of parchment or waxed paper to fit the bottom.
- Cut the chocolate finely and place in a small bowl over hot water to melt, stirring occasionally. Remove the bowl from the pan and cool slightly.
- In a large mixer, beat the butter with half the sugar until soft and light. Beat in the chocolate, then the yolks, one at a time, scraping bowl and beaters often. Continue beating until the mixture is smooth and light. Place the walnuts in the bowl of a food processor and grind them finely, pulsing the machine on and off at one second intervals. Be careful that the walnuts do not become pasty. Stir the walnuts into the batter.
- In a clean dry bowl, beat the egg whites until they hold a very soft peak and beat in the remaining sugar in a slow stream. Beat the whites until they hold a soft glossy peak. Stir 1/4 of the whites
- into the batter, then fold in the rest with a rubber spatula, so that no streaks remain.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake the Torta Caprese about 40 minutes, until the center is firm when pressed with a fingertip.
- Cool the cake in the pan for 10 minutes. The cake may sink slightly, though this does not affect its texture. Trim off any loose crust and invert the cake on a rack, remove the pan and allow to cool completely. Dust cake with confectioners' sugar and slide onto a platter.
TORTA CAPRESE
I once went to Capri and had this wonderful cake. It is made with no flour only almonds from the zone and chocolate !
Provided by Raphaela Cozzini
Categories Chocolate
Time 2h10m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Chop almonds very fine in a blender with 200 grams of sugar
- 2. Work with the electric whisk the butter with the remaining sugar until frothy and white.
- 3. Add the ground almonds and vanilla. Keep mixing and add the egg yolks one at a time and then the melted chocolate
- 4. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees,
- 5. Whip the egg whites until stiff with a pinch of salt and incorporate them with movements from the bottom up very carefully . Pour in a cake pan lined with grease proof paper
- 6. Bake for 40/ 50 minutes, let cool and serve sprinkled with powdered sugar.
Tips:
- Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor. A semisweet or bittersweet chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 60% is ideal.
- Make sure the butter and eggs are at room temperature before you start baking. This will help them to combine smoothly.
- Do not overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough.
- Bake the cake in a preheated oven. This will help to ensure that it bakes evenly.
- Let the cake cool completely before serving. This will help it to set and develop its full flavor.
Conclusion:
Torta Caprese is a delicious and easy-to-make cake that is perfect for any occasion. With its rich chocolate flavor and moist texture, it is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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