Chocolate Hazelnut Torte Recipe

Name: Chocolate Hazelnut Torte
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup unsalted butter, plus more for the pan; Unsweetened cocoa powder, for the pan and for dusting; 1 cup currants; 1/2 cup whiskey or hot water; 1 1/3 cups heavy cream; 1 pound bittersweet chocolate, chopped; 6 large eggs; 1 cup sugar; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 1/2 cups finely chopped toasted hazelnuts (6 1/2 ounces)

Servings: persons

3/4 cup unsalted butter, plus more for the pan
Unsweetened cocoa powder, for the pan and for dusting
1 cup currants
1/2 cup whiskey or hot water
1 1/3 cups heavy cream
1 pound bittersweet chocolate, chopped
6 large eggs
1 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups finely chopped toasted hazelnuts (6 1/2 ounces)

1
Preheat the oven to 225F.
2
Butter an 8 1/2-inch springform pan; sprinkle with cocoa, and tap out excess.
3
In a small bowl, combine the currants and whiskey or hot water.
4
Let macerate at least 10 minutes or up to 30 minutes.
5
Strain the currants in a fine sieve, and discard the whiskey.
6
In a small saucepan over medium heat, bring the cream and butter almost to a boil, making sure all the butter is melted.
7
Place the chocolate in a medium heatproof bowl, and pour the cream over it to cover.
8
Whisk gently until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is combined.
9
In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, and salt.
10
Whisk into the chocolate mixture, and stir in the nuts and currants.
11
Pour the mixture into the prepared pan.
12
Bake until the edges are set and the center is still a little soft to the touch, about 2 hours.
13
Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
14
Cover with plastic wrap, and chill overnight in the refrigerator.
15
When ready to serve, remove from the refrigerator, and dust with cocoa powder.

1606

kcal

Calories

113

Fat

122

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup unsalted butter, plus more for the pan, Unsweetened cocoa powder, for the pan and for dusting, 1 cup currants, 1/2 cup whiskey or hot water, and more.

Yes, Chocolate Hazelnut 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.

Chocolate Hazelnut Torte

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