Chocolate Baum Torte Recipe

Name: Chocolate Baum Torte
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: CAKE; 1/3 pk (6-oz) chocolate chips; 1/2 c Butter; softened; 3/4 c Sugar; divided; 1 tsp Vanilla extract; 7 eggs, separated; 2/3 c All-purpose flour; 3 tb Cornstarch; 2/3 c Sour cream Frosting; 3 tbl Sugar; 1/2 tsp Lemon juice; Chocolate sour cream; 1 1/2 c Fresh strawberries; washed,

Servings: persons

CAKE
1/3 pk (6-oz) chocolate chips
1/2 c Butter; softened
3/4 c Sugar; divided
1 tsp Vanilla extract
7 eggs, separated
2/3 c All-purpose flour
3 tb Cornstarch
2/3 c Sour cream Frosting
3 tbl Sugar
1/2 tsp Lemon juice
Chocolate sour cream
1 1/2 c Fresh strawberries; washed,

1
Preheat broiler. Grease 9-inch springform pan; set aside. Melt over hot (not boiling) water, semi-sweet chocolate morsels; stir until smooth. Cool to room temperature.
2
In small bowl, combine butter, 1/2 cup sugar and vanilla extract; beat until creamy. Add egg yolks, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. In cup, combine flour and cornstarch; add to butter/egg mixture.
3
Divide batter in half. Stir melted morsels into 1/2 of batter. In large bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add remaining 1/4 cup sugar, beating until stiff peaks form. Divide egg whites equally between plain and chocolate batters; fold in egg whites (may appear curdled).
4
Spread scant 1/2 cup chocolate batter into bottom of prepared pan (layer will be very thin). Place pan under broiler so that batter is 5 inches from heat. Broil 1-2 minutes or until baked through. Spread scant 1/2 cup plain batter on top of baked chocolate layer. Broil as before. Repeat, alternating chocolate and plain layers, making 10 layers in all.
5
Garnish: In cup, combine sour cream, sugar and lemon juice. Spread over top cake layer. Broil 1 minute or until set.
6
Cool 10-15 minutes. Remove sides of pan; cool completely. Frost sides of cooled cake with 1 cup Chocolate Sour Cream Frosting. Arrange strawberries around edge of cake and in center. Using remaining 1/2 cup frosting, pipe around edge of cake. Chill.

1516

kcal

Calories

Fat

235

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: CAKE, 1/3 pk (6-oz) chocolate chips, 1/2 c Butter; softened, 3/4 c Sugar; divided, and more.

Yes, Chocolate Baum 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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Chocolate Baum Torte

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Variations & substitutions

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