Ukrainian Torte Irene (Torte Iryna) Recipe

Name: Ukrainian Torte Irene (Torte Iryna)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 lg. egg whites; 1/4 tsp. cream of tartar; 1-1/3 cup sugar; 3/4 cup ground hazelnuts; Raspberry; strawberry jam; 8 oz. unsalted butter; 5 lg. egg yolks; 1 cup powdered sugar; 1/4 cup very strong coffee, cooled

Servings: persons

1
Line 2 buttered springform pans with waxed or parchment paper.
2
Whip egg whites until stiff, sprinkling with tartar.
3
Beat in 1 cup sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time; beat until thick.
4
Mix 1/3 cup sugar with ground hazelnuts and fold in gently.
5
Pour batter into pans.
6
Bake in preheated 275F oven 25 to 30 minutes until almost dry.
7
Cool and gently peel off paper.
8
Coffee Butter Cream: Cream butter until whipped.
9
Add egg yolks one at a time.
10
Add sugar and beat until fluffy.
11
Gradually add coffee, mixing well.
12
Place one layer on doubled wax paper and spread lightly with jam.
13
Spread with at least 1/2 inch butter cream, pulling to edge.
14
Cover the second layer with jam and place it jam side up on first layer.
15
Spread top and sides of torte.
16
Cover and refrigerate.
17
To serve, gently lift torte by wax paper sheets, partialy remove paper, slip hand under that part of torte, then pull off remaining paper.
18
Carefully place on a cake platter.
19
Decorate top with fresh raspberries.
20
Slice as for torte.
21
Center a 3-inch wineglass on the top of the torte and cut around it into the center.
22
Then make 1/2 inch radial cuts from the outer edge to the circle and remove with spatula.

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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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 lg. egg whites, 1/4 tsp. cream of tartar, 1-1/3 cup sugar, 3/4 cup ground hazelnuts, and more.

Yes, Ukrainian Torte Irene (Torte Iryna) 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Ukrainian Torte Irene (Torte Iryna)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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