Double Chocolate Torte

Health score
2%
Double Chocolate Torte
45 min.
10
399kcal

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Indulge in the decadence of a Double Chocolate Torte, a rich and velvety dessert that promises to delight your taste buds. This luscious creation, perfect for gatherings or a special treat at home, serves 10 and is ready in 45 minutes. Each bite boasts a satisfying 399 calories, making it a guilt-free pleasure for many.

The star of this showstopper is a moist, chocolate cake base, crafted from a blend of all-purpose flour, eggs, a touch of salt, and a melding of melted butter and bittersweet chocolate. The batter, carefully prepared with sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and a hint of salt, bakes to perfection in a 10-inch springform pan. The cake's center rises just enough, offering a tender, chocolatey experience that will have you craving more.

But the magic doesn't stop at the base. This torte is then crowned with a luxurious chocolate mousse, a layer of whipped cream, and a fresh raspberry topping, drizzled with a red currant jelly glaze for an extra touch of sweetness. The mousse, a velvety concoction of melted chocolate, butter, whipped cream, and egg whites, adds a light, airy contrast to the dense cake, while the raspberries offer a burst of freshness that complements the rich chocolate flavors.

To ensure the best outcome, this recipe calls for a few essential tools: a bowl, frying pan, saucepan, oven, knife, whisk, hand mixer, kitchen thermometer, and, of course, a springform pan. The process involves careful melting, whisking, and folding, all aimed at achieving a harmonious blend of textures and flavors.

Whether you're a chocolate aficionado or a dessert enthusiast, the Double Chocolate Torte is a must-try. Its layers of chocolate cake and mousse, adorned with fresh raspberries and a glossy glaze, make it a stunning centerpiece for any occasion. So why wait? Gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let the baking begin. Your taste buds will thank you.

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup flour 
  • large eggs separated
  • cups raspberries fresh
  • tablespoons currant jelly red with 1 tablespoon water melted
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • ounces bittersweet chocolate unsweetened chopped (not )
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • 0.5 cup butter unsalted cut into pieces
  • tablespoon vanilla extract 
  • cup whipping cream 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk
  • hand mixer
  • kitchen thermometer
  • springform pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F. Butter 10-inch-diameter springform pan; dust with sugar. Melt chocolate and butter in heavy large saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly. Cool to lukewarm.
  2. Whisk in sugar.
  3. Whisk in eggs 1 at a time, blending well after each addition.
  4. Mix in vanilla and salt, then flour.
  5. Pour batter into pan.
  6. Bake until cake just rises in center (tester inserted into center will not come out clean), about 35 minutes. Cool completely in pan on rack. Cover; chill while making mousse.
  7. Melt butter in medium metal bowl set over saucepan of simmering water (do not allow bottom of bowl to touch water).
  8. Whisk yolks, 1/4 cup cream and vanilla in small bowl to blend. Gradually whisk yolk mixture into bowl with melted butter.
  9. Whisk constantly over simmering water until thermometer registers 150°F, about 6 minutes (mixture may appear broken).
  10. Remove from over water; add chocolate and stir to melt. Set aside. Beat egg whites and 1/2 cup sugar in large bowl to medium-stiff peaks.
  11. Whisk 1/4 of beaten egg white mixture into warm chocolate mixture to lighten. Fold in remaining egg white mixture.
  12. Pour mousse over cake in pan; smooth top. Chill torte until mousse is set, at least 6 hours and up to 1 day.
  13. Run sharp knife around edge of pan to loosen torte. Release pan sides.
  14. Transfer torte to platter. Using electric mixer, beat 3/4 cup cream in medium bowl until peaks form.
  15. Spread whipped cream over torte. Top whipped cream with raspberries.
  16. Brush red currant jelly mixture over raspberries.
  17. Sprinkle with 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar.
  18. Garnish with currants, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories399kcal
Protein5.28%
Fat64.04%
Carbs30.68%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.61
Glycemic Load
10.53
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
8.8313044154126%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
10.98mg
Petunidin
0.07mg
Delphinidin
0.32mg
Malvidin
0.03mg
Pelargonidin
0.24mg
Peonidin
0.03mg
Catechin
0.31mg
Epigallocatechin
0.11mg
Epicatechin
0.84mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.13mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.25mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:399.43kcal
19.97%
Fat:28.61g
44.02%
Saturated Fat:16.94g
105.85%
Carbohydrates:30.84g
10.28%
Net Carbohydrates:27.33g
9.94%
Sugar:22.26g
24.73%
Cholesterol:127.06mg
42.35%
Sodium:98.28mg
4.27%
Alcohol:0.45g
100%
Alcohol %:0.47%
100%
Caffeine:19.5mg
6.5%
Protein:5.31g
10.61%
Manganese:0.49mg
24.7%
Copper:0.33mg
16.68%
Vitamin A:760.76IU
15.22%
Selenium:10.12µg
14.46%
Fiber:3.5g
14.01%
Phosphorus:126.27mg
12.63%
Magnesium:50.49mg
12.62%
Iron:2.15mg
11.93%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.7%
Vitamin C:6.78mg
8.22%
Zinc:1.05mg
7.03%
Vitamin E:1.04mg
6.94%
Potassium:226.33mg
6.47%
Vitamin D:0.95µg
6.34%
Folate:21.89µg
5.47%
Vitamin B5:0.54mg
5.42%
Calcium:51.24mg
5.12%
Vitamin K:5.13µg
4.89%
Vitamin B12:0.28µg
4.6%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.57%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.3%
Vitamin B3:0.56mg
2.8%
Source:Epicurious
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