Chocolate Torte Recipe
Indulge in our rich and decadent chocolate torte, made with the finest dark chocolate for a melt-in-your-mouth experience.
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Ingredients
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Torte Ingredients
Method
Baking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Oven and Pan
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- 2
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a heatproof bowl, combine the dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Melt them together over a pot of simmering water, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- 3
Mix Sugar and Eggs
In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and eggs until light and fluffy.
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, stirring continuously. Add in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
- 5
Add Flour
Gently fold in the all-purpose flour until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- 6
Bake the Torte
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
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