Send your taste buds to chocolate nirvana with my easy and delicious truffle torte! The dense, moist torte is loaded with chocolaty goodness and a touch of espresso powder. After baking, fill it with a scrumptious layer of ganache and dust it with more cocoa. It is a chocolate lover’s dream!
RecipeSavants.com Send your taste buds to chocolate nirvana with my easy and delicious truffle torte! The dense, moist torte is loaded with chocolaty goodness and a touch of espresso powder. After baking, fill it with a scrumptious layer of ganache and dust it with more cocoa. It is a chocolate lover’s dream!Smart Recipes, European Recipes, Dairy Recipes, RecipesDairyEuropeanChocolate Truffle TortPT2HServes 12
Ingredients:
1 Cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips0.5 Cup Unsalted Butter0.75 Cup Granulated Sugar0.125 Teaspoon Salt1 Teaspoon Espresso Powder3 Large Eggs1 Cup Dark Cocoa Powder1 Cup Fresh Raspberries1 Small Bunch Fresh Mint Leaves1.25 Cup Heavy Cream2.75 Cups Semi-Sweet Chocolate ChipsPreheat the oven to 375 degrees. Line a 9-inch round pan with parchment paper, then coat with cooking spray. Set aside.In a medium bowl, add chocolate & butter and microwave on High for 1 minute. Remove bowl and stir. Place back into the microwave for 20 seconds more, until chocolate & butter are melted. Stir to combine. In a stand mixer, combine the melted chocolate, sugar, salt and espresso. Mix until blended. Add eggs one at a time and beat briefly until smooth. Add 1/2 cup cocoa powder and mix until just combined.Spoon the batter into the prepared pan and bake until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean, about 22-25 minutes. Use a small knife to loosen cake from the edges of the pan and invert it onto a serving plate. Allow the cake to cool completely.Meanwhile, in a small saucepan over medium heat, add cream and heat and bring to a simmer. Remove from the heat and add the chocolate, whipping until the mixture is velvety smooth. Let the ganache cool to room temperature.Spread the ganache evenly over the top and sides of the cake. Using a fine-mesh sieve, sift remaining cocoa powder over the top and around the cake. Garnish with raspberries and fresh mint leaves as desired.
Candied ginger adds a striking note, much of the flavor of these simple yet rich truffles come from the chocolate itself, so choose a high-quality chocolate. This recipe makes plenty of truffles for a party or a homemade gift. Store them in the refrigerator and bring to room temperature for 5 minutes before serving.
When shredded carrots are baked with cinnamon and other sweet ingredients, they bring a delicate nutty flavor to the recipe. This decedent trifle is is inspired by the classic American carrot cake. Instead of cream cheese frosting, this version is layered with luscious dulce de leche and a generous sprinkling of chopped walnuts.
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