Ingredients and Weight:
- Dark chocolate: 200 grams
- Plain flour: 150 grams
- Unsalted butter: 100 grams
- Eggs: 4
- Almond extract: 1 teaspoon
- Sugar: 150 grams
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: a pinch
- Almond slices: 100 grams (for topping)
Preparation Time:
- Total Time: 3 hours (including baking time)
- Preparation Time: 2 hours
- Baking Time: 1 hour
Difficulty Level: Level 4 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Melt the dark chocolate and butter in a double boiler. Set aside to cool.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the melted chocolate mixture to the egg mixture and combine well.
- Add the almond extract and mix.
- Fold in the flour mixture gradually.
- Pour the batter into a greased and floured 9-inch round cake pan.
- Top with almond slices.
- Bake for 1 hour or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the torte to cool before slicing and serving.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 servings total)
- Calories: 500
- Fat: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Protein: 8g
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and chocolatey with a hint of almond flavor.
- Moist and dense texture with a crispy exterior.
- Perfect for Passover or any chocolate lover's celebration.
User Comments:
- "This torte is amazing! The combination of chocolate and almond is pure bliss."
- "I made this for Passover and it was a hit! My family loved it."
- "The texture is perfect - moist and dense, just like I like it."
- "This is a great recipe for chocolate lovers. The almond topping adds a nice crunch."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use good quality dark chocolate for the best flavor.
- Do not overmix the batter to avoid a tough texture.
- Baking time may vary depending on the oven, so check frequently towards the end of baking time.
