Chocolate-Amaretti Tortes

Health score
5%
Chocolate-Amaretti Tortes
45 min.
4
831kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with our decadent Chocolate-Amaretti Tortes, a delightful dessert that perfectly marries rich chocolate with the unique flavor of amaretti cookies. This exquisite treat is not only a feast for the eyes but also a symphony of textures and tastes that will leave your guests craving more. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can easily whip up this elegant dessert for any occasion, whether it's a dinner party, a special celebration, or simply a cozy night in.

The tortes are crafted with a luscious blend of semisweet chocolate, toasted almonds, and the aromatic essence of almond extract, creating a melt-in-your-mouth experience that is both sophisticated and comforting. Topped with a dollop of freshly whipped cream and a sprinkle of crumbled amaretti, each bite is a delightful contrast of creamy and crunchy, sweet and nutty.

Not only are these tortes a visual delight, but they also boast a rich caloric profile that makes them a satisfying end to any meal. With a serving size designed for four, you can share this indulgence with loved ones or savor it all for yourself. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to impress with this irresistible dessert that is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon almond extract 
  • 0.8 cup almonds toasted sliced
  •  amaretti cookies crumbled
  • 18 inch amaretti cookies italian ( macaroons)
  • 0.3 teaspoon cinnamon 
  • large eggs 
  • 1.5 teaspoons powdered sugar 
  • pinch salt 
  • ounces bittersweet chocolate chopped
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • 0.5 cup butter unsalted room temperature (1 stick)
  • 0.8 cup whipping cream chilled

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • knife
  • double boiler
  • ziploc bags

Directions

  1. Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 350°F. Butter four 3/4-cup custard cups or soufflé dishes. Dust with flour; tap out excess. Line bottom of cups with parchment paper rounds.
  2. Place on rimmed baking sheet.
  3. Stir chocolate in top of double boiler set over simmering water until melted and smooth. Using on/off turns, blend almonds, amaretti, cinnamon, and salt in processor until finely ground.
  4. Transfer to medium bowl.
  5. Add butter, sugar, and eggs to processor; mix until blended and smooth, occasionally scraping down sides of bowl, about 3 minutes.
  6. Add cookie mixture and melted chocolate. Using on/off turns, process just until blended. Divide batter among custard cups.
  7. Bake until tops of tortes are dry and puffed and tester inserted into centers comes out with moist crumbs attached, about 30 minutes.
  8. Transfer cups to rack; cool 15 minutes. Run small knife around edges of cups to release tortes. Turn tortes out onto rack and turn right side up; cool. (Can be made 3 days ahead. Wrap in plastic and store at room temperature.)
  9. Beat together cream, sugar, and almond extract in medium bowl until cream holds peaks. (Can be made 4 hours ahead; refrigerate.)
  10. Place 1 torte on each of 4 plates. Top with dollop of whipped cream, sprinkle with crumbled amaretti, and serve.
  11. Amaretti cookies are available in two sizes. The larger ones (used in this recipe) are bundled in pairs in colorful wrappers, while slightly smaller ones are packaged and unwrapped in sealed plastic bags. If using the smaller cookies, measure by weight (2.6 ounces total), not count.

Nutrition Facts

Calories831kcal
Protein6.14%
Fat66.62%
Carbs27.24%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.27
Glycemic Load
17.61
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
16.398261011943%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.42mg
Catechin
0.22mg
Epigallocatechin
0.45mg
Epicatechin
0.1mg
Eriodictyol
0.04mg
Naringenin
0.07mg
Isorhamnetin
0.46mg
Kaempferol
0.07mg
Quercetin
0.06mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:831.19kcal
41.56%
Fat:62.96g
96.86%
Saturated Fat:33g
206.27%
Carbohydrates:57.91g
19.3%
Net Carbohydrates:52.94g
19.25%
Sugar:48.41g
53.79%
Cholesterol:252.63mg
84.21%
Sodium:119.74mg
5.21%
Alcohol:0.17g
100%
Alcohol %:0.11%
100%
Caffeine:24.38mg
8.13%
Protein:13.07g
26.13%
Vitamin E:6.05mg
40.33%
Manganese:0.81mg
40.3%
Vitamin A:1582.29IU
31.65%
Copper:0.57mg
28.53%
Vitamin B2:0.48mg
28.29%
Phosphorus:263.73mg
26.37%
Magnesium:104.8mg
26.2%
Selenium:16.38µg
23.4%
Fiber:4.97g
19.88%
Iron:3.33mg
18.53%
Zinc:1.91mg
12.74%
Vitamin D:1.89µg
12.6%
Calcium:122.81mg
12.28%
Potassium:389.93mg
11.14%
Vitamin B5:0.89mg
8.86%
Vitamin B12:0.5µg
8.41%
Folate:27.86µg
6.96%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.69%
Vitamin K:5.61µg
5.34%
Vitamin B3:0.93mg
4.67%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.66%
Source:Epicurious