Pumpkin-Hazelnut Torte

Gluten Free
Health score
3%
Pumpkin-Hazelnut Torte
180 min.
12
373kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with our Pumpkin-Hazelnut Torte, a gluten-free dessert that is sure to impress your family and friends. This exquisite torte combines the rich, earthy taste of pumpkin with the nutty crunch of hazelnuts, creating a harmonious blend that is both comforting and sophisticated. Perfect for any occasion, whether it's a festive gathering or a cozy dinner at home, this dessert is a showstopper that will leave everyone asking for seconds.

With a preparation time of just 180 minutes, this torte is surprisingly easy to make, allowing you to enjoy the process as much as the final product. The cake layers are moist and flavorful, thanks to the combination of pumpkin and ground nuts, while the luscious pumpkin cream filling adds a creamy texture that elevates each bite. Topped with a sprinkle of chopped hazelnuts, this dessert not only looks stunning but also offers a delightful crunch that contrasts beautifully with the smooth cream.

At 373 calories per serving, this torte is a guilt-free indulgence that fits perfectly into your dessert repertoire. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply treating yourself, the Pumpkin-Hazelnut Torte is a delicious way to savor the flavors of the season. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a dessert that will warm your heart and delight your taste buds!

Ingredients

  • 15 oz pumpkin pie filling/mix canned (not pumpkin pie mix)
  • cup granulated sugar 
  • 0.8 cup ground hazelnuts 
  • 0.3 cup shortening 
  • cup milk 
  • teaspoon pumpkin pie spice 
  • teaspoon vanilla 
  •  eggs 
  • 0.8 cup powdered sugar 
  • 1.5 cups whipping cream 
  • 0.5 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice 
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla 
  • cup pumpkin 
  • 0.5 cup hazelnuts chopped
  • 2.5 cups frangelico 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour 2 (9-inch) round cake pans, or spray with baking spray with flour. Reserve 1 cup pumpkin for pumpkin cream; set aside.
  2. In large bowl, beat remaining pumpkin and all remaining cake ingredients with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, scraping bowl constantly. Beat on medium speed 4 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Divide batter evenly between pans.
  3. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes.
  4. Remove cakes from pans to cooling racks. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  5. In chilled large bowl, beat all pumpkin cream ingredients except reserved pumpkin on high speed until stiff. Gently fold in pumpkin. Reserve 1 1/3 cups; set aside.
  6. Place one cake layer, rounded side down, on serving plate.
  7. Spread with 1 1/2 cups pumpkin cream. Top with second cake layer, rounded side up.
  8. Spread remaining pumpkin cream around side of cake.
  9. Spread reserved pumpkin cream on top of cake.
  10. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup chopped hazelnuts. Refrigerate 1 hour before serving. Refrigerate any remaining cake.

Nutrition Facts

Calories373kcal
Protein4.85%
Fat55.47%
Carbs39.68%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.26
Glycemic Load
12.47
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
10.522608679274%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.34mg
Catechin
0.06mg
Epigallocatechin
0.14mg
Epicatechin
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.05mg
Luteolin
0.16mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:372.52kcal
18.63%
Fat:23.75g
36.53%
Saturated Fat:9.03g
56.45%
Carbohydrates:38.22g
12.74%
Net Carbohydrates:33.97g
12.35%
Sugar:26.66g
29.62%
Cholesterol:63.34mg
21.11%
Sodium:100.64mg
4.38%
Alcohol:0.17g
100%
Alcohol %:0.15%
100%
Protein:4.67g
9.35%
Vitamin A:4275IU
85.5%
Manganese:0.51mg
25.39%
Fiber:4.25g
17.01%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.65%
Vitamin E:1.48mg
9.87%
Phosphorus:87.34mg
8.73%
Calcium:81.44mg
8.14%
Vitamin B5:0.77mg
7.71%
Iron:1.26mg
7.03%
Copper:0.13mg
6.72%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.34%
Folate:24.3µg
6.07%
Selenium:4.24µg
6.05%
Vitamin D:0.85µg
5.64%
Potassium:187.53mg
5.36%
Magnesium:20.78mg
5.2%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
4.28%
Vitamin K:4.19µg
3.99%
Vitamin B12:0.22µg
3.71%
Vitamin C:2.96mg
3.58%
Zinc:0.51mg
3.38%
Vitamin B3:0.33mg
1.67%