Amaretto Torte Recipe

Name: Amaretto Torte
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (18 1/4 ounce) box yellow cake mix; INGREDIENTS TO PREPARE CAKE; 1 1/4 cups water; 1/3 cup vegetable oil; 3 eggs; FILLING; 1/4 cup cornstarch; 1/2 cup sugar; 2 cups whole milk (do not substitute); 2 eggs, well beaten; 1 teaspoon vanilla flavoring; 1 teaspoon rum flavoring; 3/4 cup amaretto di saronno liqueur; 1 (12 ounce) jar apricot preserves; TOPPING; 1/4 cup amaretto di saronno liqueur; 2 cups heavy whipping cream; 1/3 cup mixed candied fruit, chopped (optional)

Servings: persons

1 (18 1/4 ounce) box yellow cake mix
INGREDIENTS TO PREPARE CAKE
1 1/4 cups water
1/3 cup vegetable oil
3 eggs
FILLING
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/2 cup sugar
2 cups whole milk (do not substitute)
2 eggs, well beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla flavoring
1 teaspoon rum flavoring
3/4 cup amaretto di saronno liqueur
1 (12 ounce) jar apricot preserves
TOPPING
1/4 cup amaretto di saronno liqueur
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/3 cup mixed candied fruit, chopped (optional)

1
Preheat Oven to 350*.
2
Grease and flour 2, 9 inch round cake pans.
3
Beat cake mix, water, eggs, and oil in a large bowl on low speed for 30 seconds, and then on medium speed for 2 minutes.
4
Pour into prepared pans.
5
Bake for 28-33 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
6
Cool on racks.
7
Split each cake layer horizontally into two thin layers. Cover loosely, set aside.
8
In a sauce pan, mix cornstarch and sugar. Gradually stir in milk and beaten eggs. Stir over low heat until mixture bubbles and thickens.
9
Cool mixture then stir in vanilla and rum flavorings.
10
Cover and chill.
11
Place one cake layer on a cake plate or serving platter.
12
Sprinkle with 1/3 of the Amaretto and spread with 1/3 of the apricot preserves, followed by 1/3 of the thickened egg mixture.
13
Continue layering, ending with plain fourth cake layer.
14
In a bowl whip cream and 1/4 cup of Amaretto until stiff.
15
Spread mixture over the top and sides of the cake.
16
Sprinkle outer edge of top with candied fruit, if desired.
17
Chill until ready to serve.

972

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (18 1/4 ounce) box yellow cake mix, INGREDIENTS TO PREPARE CAKE, 1 1/4 cups water, 1/3 cup vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, Amaretto Torte falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Amaretto Torte

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Variations & substitutions

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