White Chocolate Espresso Torte with Hazelnut Praline

Health score
3%
White Chocolate Espresso Torte with Hazelnut Praline
290 min.
10
760kcal

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If you're in the mood for an indulgent dessert that combines the rich flavors of chocolate and coffee, look no further than this Heavenly White Chocolate Espresso Torte with Hazelnut Praline. This exquisite torte not only tantalizes your taste buds but also impresses with its stunning presentation, making it the perfect centerpiece for any special occasion or dinner party.

Imagine layers of moist, fluffy cake infused with deep, robust espresso flavor, all enveloped in a luscious chocolate ganache. The rich combination of bittersweet and white chocolate provides a delightful contrast that will satisfy even the most discerning chocolate lover. Adding to the luxurious appeal, the hazelnut praline adds a delightful crunch, elevating each bite into a sublime experience.

With a preparation time of nearly five hours, this dessert is well worth the wait. The multi-layered approach not only showcases your culinary skills but also allows for a medley of textures and flavors. And don’t worry; while the recipe may seem elaborate, each step leads you closer to a phenomenal finale that will leave your guests raving. Whether it's a holiday gathering, a birthday celebration, or simply a well-deserved treat for yourself, this White Chocolate Espresso Torte is bound to be a showstopper!

Ingredients

  • ounces bittersweet chocolate 61% chopped (do not exceed cacao)
  • cup cake flour sifted (, then measured)
  • ounce chocolate white thick for chocolate curls ()
  • tablespoons corn syrup dark
  • large eggs room temperature
  • cup hazelnuts husked toasted
  • 0.8 cup cup heavy whipping cream 
  • 2.5 teaspoons espresso powder instant
  • teaspoons espresso powder instant
  • 0.7 cup rum / brandy / coffee liqueur 
  • tablespoons powdered sugar divided
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.7 cup sugar 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted cooled melted ()
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • tablespoons water 
  • 12 ounces chocolate white finely chopped (such as lindt or perugina)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • hand mixer
  • aluminum foil
  • microwave
  • spatula
  • peeler
  • pastry brush

Directions

  1. Place sheet of foil on work surface. Bring sugar and 1/4 cup water to boil in heavy medium saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Boil without stirring until syrup is deep amber, brushing down sides of pan with wet pastry brush and swirling occasionally, 7 to 8 minutes.
  2. Mix in espresso powder, then nuts. Scrape mixture onto foil; quickly spread out. Cool completely. Chop praline into small pieces.
  3. Microwave white chocolate block at 50 percent power in 10-second intervals until chocolate feels just slightly warm and is just beginning to soften (if too soft, let stand until firm enough to shave). Using vegetable peeler, shave 1- to 1 1/2-inch-wide ribbon, about 4 to 5 inches long, from block. Gently roll ribbon into loose curl (cylinder). Repeat, making 20 to 24 curls. DO AHEAD: Praline and chocolate curls can be made 2 days ahead. Chill separately in airtight containers.
  4. Stir chocolate and 5 tablespoons water in metal bowl set oversaucepan of barely simmering water until chocolate is smooth.
  5. Remove bowl from over water. Cool chocolate to lukewarm, stirring occasionally. Using electric mixer, beat cream in large bowl until soft peaks form. Gradually pour lukewarm chocolate over cream, folding to blend well.
  6. Transfer 2 1/2 cups mousse to another medium bowl; gently fold in espresso powder. Cover and chill both bowls of mousse until firm, at least 6 hours. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Keep chilled.
  7. Stir liqueur and espresso powder in small bowl until espresso dissolves.
  8. Place chocolate and corn syrup in medium bowl. Bring cream to boil in small saucepan; pour over chocolate and corn syrup. Stir until melted and smooth. DO AHEAD: soaking syrup and ganache can be made 1 day ahead. Cover separately and store at room temperature.
  9. Preheat oven to 350°F. Coat 15 x 10-inch sheet of parchment paper with nonstick spray. Line 15x10x1-inch baking sheet with prepared parchment (sides of baking sheet should not be coated).
  10. Combine eggs, sugar, 2 teaspoons espresso powder, vanilla, and salt in large bowl. Using electric mixer, beat until egg mixture is thick and fluffy and falls in ribbons when beater is lifted, 6 to 7 minutes. Sift flour over in 3 additions, folding gently just to incorporate after each addition.
  11. Transfer 1 cup batter to small bowl; fold in butter. Fold batter from small bowl back into batter in large bowl just until combined; spread evenly on baking sheet.
  12. Bake cake until tester inserted into center comes out clean and cake begins to pull away from pan, about 18 minutes. Cool cake in pan on rack 30 minutes.
  13. Sift 2 tablespoons powdered sugar over cake.
  14. Cut around pan sides. Slide spatula under parchment to loosen from pan and invert cake onto work surface. Peel off parchment.
  15. Cut cake crosswise into 4 rectangles, each about 10 x 3 1/2 inches.
  16. Place 1 cake rectangle on platter.
  17. Brush 2 tablespoons soaking syrup over.
  18. Spread 3 tablespoons ganache over, then 1/3 of espresso mousse (about 3/4 cup). Repeat 2 more times with cake, syrup, ganache, and mousse. Top with fourth cake layer; press lightly to adhere.
  19. Spread 2/3 cup plain mousse thinly over top and sides of torte to seal, then spread remaining mousse over top and sides. DO AHEAD: can be made 1 day ahead. Tent loosely with foil and chill.
  20. Before serving, press praline pieces into mousse on all sides of torte. Mound white chocolate curls on top.
  21. Mix 4 tablespoons powdered sugar and 1 1/2 teaspoons espresso powder in small bowl. Sift over top of torte.

Nutrition Facts

Calories760kcal
Protein5.69%
Fat50.68%
Carbs43.63%

Properties

Glycemic Index
38.21
Glycemic Load
39.46
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
13.97782594743%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.81mg
Catechin
0.14mg
Epigallocatechin
0.33mg
Epicatechin
0.03mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.13mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:759.8kcal
37.99%
Fat:42.2g
64.92%
Saturated Fat:21.02g
131.4%
Carbohydrates:81.72g
27.24%
Net Carbohydrates:78.57g
28.57%
Sugar:67.38g
74.86%
Cholesterol:112.5mg
37.5%
Sodium:119.72mg
5.21%
Alcohol:3.55g
100%
Alcohol %:2.46%
100%
Caffeine:37.48mg
12.49%
Protein:10.65g
21.31%
Manganese:1.13mg
56.51%
Copper:0.53mg
26.51%
Phosphorus:241.43mg
24.14%
Selenium:16.24µg
23.19%
Vitamin E:2.9mg
19.31%
Vitamin B2:0.31mg
17.96%
Magnesium:70.04mg
17.51%
Calcium:155.24mg
15.52%
Iron:2.48mg
13.76%
Fiber:3.15g
12.61%
Potassium:423.7mg
12.11%
Zinc:1.61mg
10.76%
Vitamin A:468.25IU
9.36%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.2%
Vitamin B5:0.89mg
8.92%
Vitamin B12:0.53µg
8.88%
Vitamin K:8.65µg
8.24%
Folate:31.45µg
7.86%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.43%
Vitamin B3:1.1mg
5.5%
Vitamin D:0.73µg
4.85%
Vitamin C:1.12mg
1.36%
Source:Epicurious