Ingredients and Weight:
- Dark chocolate - 200 grams
- Butter - 150 grams
- Sugar - 200 grams
- Eggs - 4
- All-purpose flour - 150 grams
- Cocoa powder - 50 grams
- Cream cheese - 250 grams
- Fresh strawberries or blueberries - 150 grams (for topping)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 2 hours (including baking and cooling time)
- Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Melt the dark chocolate and butter in a double boiler.
- Once melted, stir in the sugar and let it cool slightly.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs until light and fluffy.
- Combine the melted chocolate mixture with the eggs and add the all-purpose flour and cocoa powder. Mix well.
- Pour the mixture into a greased and floured baking pan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the torte to cool completely.
- When the torte is cool, spread the cream cheese evenly on top, and decorate with fresh strawberries or blueberries.
Nutritional Information:
(Based on the given ingredients and using standard nutritional values)
- Calories: Approximately 600 calories per serving (assuming equal distribution among 8 people)
- Fat: 35g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Protein: 8g
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and chocolatey flavor with a soft and moist texture.
- The combination of chocolate and cream cheese offers a creamy and sweet dessert experience.
- Decorated with fresh fruit, it's both beautiful and tasty.
User Comments:
- "This torte is amazing! The combination of chocolate and cream cheese is so delicious."
- "The texture is so soft and moist, it's like eating a cloud."
- "The fresh fruit topping adds a nice contrast to the rich chocolate flavor."
- "This is a great dish for chocolate lovers."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use good quality chocolate for the best flavor.
- Adjust the baking time according to your oven's temperature and the size of your baking pan.
- Allow the torte to cool completely before adding the cream cheese and topping to ensure it doesn't melt.
- You can substitute fresh fruit with frozen if fresh is not available in season or at your local supermarket.
