Dark Chocolate Cherry Torte Recipe
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Ingredients
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Torte Base
Cherry Filling
Topping
Method
Torte Base Preparation
- 1
Melt Chocolate and Butter
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). In a heatproof bowl, combine the dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Place the bowl over a saucepan of simmering water (double boiler method) and stir until melted and smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and eggs until light and fluffy. Gradually add the chocolate-butter mixture and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined. Sift in the all-purpose flour and salt, folding gently until just incorporated.
- 3
Bake the Torte
Pour the batter into a greased 9-inch round cake pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Allow the torte to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Cherry Filling Preparation
- 4
Prepare the Cherries
In a medium saucepan, combine the pitted cherries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Stir gently to combine and let sit for about 10 minutes to allow the cherries to release their juices.
- 5
Cook the Filling
Place the saucepan over medium heat. Cook the mixture, stirring gently until the cherries release their juices and the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
Topping Preparation
- 6
Make the Ganache
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the heavy cream and dark chocolate. Stir continuously until the chocolate is fully melted and the ganache is smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- 7
Assemble the Torte
Once the torte has cooled completely, spread the cherry filling evenly over the top. Pour the ganache over the cherries, allowing it to drip down the sides of the torte. Garnish with fresh cherries on top.