White Chocolate Christmas Torte Recipe

Name: White Chocolate Christmas Torte
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups butter, cubed; 3/4 cup water; 4 ounces white baking chocolate, chopped (squares); 1 1/2 cups buttermilk; 4 eggs, lightly beaten; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/4 teaspoon rum extract; 3 1/2 cups flour, divided; 1 cup pecans, chopped, toasted; 2 1/4 cups sugar; 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda; Frosting; 4 ounces squares white baking chocolate, chopped; 8 ounces cream cheese, softened; 3 ounces cream cheese, softened; 1/2 cup butter, softened; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/4 teaspoon rum extract; 6 cups confectioners' sugar; 1 cup raspberry jam, seedless, divided

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups butter, cubed
3/4 cup water
4 ounces white baking chocolate, chopped (squares)
1 1/2 cups buttermilk
4 eggs, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon rum extract
3 1/2 cups flour, divided
1 cup pecans, chopped, toasted
2 1/4 cups sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
Frosting
4 ounces squares white baking chocolate, chopped
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon rum extract
6 cups confectioners' sugar
1 cup raspberry jam, seedless, divided

1
In a large saucepan, combine butter, water and white chocolate; cook and stir over low heat until melted. Remove from the heat; stir in the buttermilk, eggs and extracts.
2
In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup flour and pecans. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar, baking soda and remaining flour. Gradually beat in the butter mixture. Stir in the flour mixture.
3
Pour into three greased and floured 9-in round baking pans. Bake at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from the pans to wire racks to cool completely.
4
For frosting, in a small saucepan, melt white chocolate over very low heat. Cool for 10 minutes, stirring occasionaly. In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and butter. Gradually beat in melted chocolate and extracts. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar until smooth.
5
To assemble, spread 2 tablespoons of jam over one cake layer; spread with 1/2 cup frosting. Repeat layers twice. Spread remaining frosting over top and sides of torte. Warm remaining jam; drizzle over dessert plates. Top with a slice of torte.

4317

kcal

Calories

236

Fat

537

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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups butter, cubed, 3/4 cup water, 4 ounces white baking chocolate, chopped (squares), 1 1/2 cups buttermilk, and more.

Yes, White Chocolate Christmas 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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White Chocolate Christmas Torte

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Variations & substitutions

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