Flourless Chocolate Torte

Flourless Chocolate Torte

Flourless Chocolate Torte is rated 5.0 out of 5 by 7.
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Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 14 Serves 12 to 14.
For best results when beating egg whites, start with a spotlessly clean bowl and beater. Any grease or fat, including egg yolk, will prevent the whites from expanding to their full volume. Do not overbeat or they will become clumpy and grainy, and the torte won't rise as successfully. Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the batter to prevent them from deflating.

Ingredients:

  • Unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting
  • 15 oz. bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped
  • 18 Tbs. (2 1⁄4 sticks) unsalted butter,
     cut into small pieces
  • 7 egg yolks
  • 9 Tbs. granulated sugar
  • 1 1⁄2 Tbs. dark rum or brewed espresso (optional)
  • 1 1⁄2 tsp. vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 5 egg whites, at room temperature
  • 3 cups raspberries
  • Confectioners' sugar for dusting

Directions:

Preheat an oven to 300ºF. Grease a heart cake pan and dust with cocoa powder.

In the top pan of a double boiler, combine the chocolate and butter. Set the top pan over but not touching barely simmering water in the bottom pan and melt, then whisk until well blended. Set aside to cool slightly.

In a large bowl, using an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, beat together the egg yolks, 6 Tbs. of the granulated sugar, the dark rum, vanilla and salt on medium-high speed until pale and very thick, 3 to 5 minutes. Gradually pour in the chocolate mixture and continue beating until well blended.

In a deep, clean bowl, using a mixer fitted with a clean whisk attachment, beat the egg whites on medium-high speed until foamy, about 1 minute. Gradually add the remaining 3 Tbs. granulated sugar and continue to beat until medium-firm peaks form, about 2 minutes. Scoop half of the egg whites onto the chocolate mixture and fold them in gently. Fold in the remaining whites just until no streaks remain.

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it out evenly. Bake until the torte puffs slightly and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out very moist but not liquid, about 40 minutes. Do not overcook. Transfer the pan to a wire rack and let cool for 30 minutes.

To remove the pan sides, set the pan on a can and let the sides slide down. Let the torte cool completely, then cover and refrigerate until very cold, at least 4 hours or up to overnight.

Just before serving, garnish the torte with the raspberries and dust with confectioners' sugar.
Serves 12 to 14.
Adapted from Williams-Sonoma Collection Series, Dessert, by Abigail Johnson Dodge (Simon & Schuster, 2002).
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Quite simply, Divine I followed this to the letter the first time I made it and it came out almost perfectly. The second run through I added a parchment paper on the bottom between the cake and the pan and then it literally "came out" perfectly. Seriously though, I'm about to make it again for the third time. It's a lot easier than some might think. Just be patient, follow the steps precisely and you too can have something just as divine.
Date published: 2022-03-22
Rated 5 out of 5 by from The Angels Are Singing! I've searched all my life for THE perfect flourless chocolate torte and here it is. I used Godiva Chocolate Liqueur and it was so good I just about passed out! I will be making this for the perfect end to our Christmas dinner.
Date published: 2020-10-28
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Truffle cake! This flourless chocolate torte is essentially the inside of a chocolate truffle in cake form. And that is a very very good thing. It's simple, elegant, beyond rich, satisfying, and smooth. Chocolate lovers delight in it. I appreciate the element of whipping the egg yolks before adding the melted chocolate mixture and folding in the egg whites. A slightly denser, baked version of my favorite chocolate mousse. Used ghiradelli dark chocolate chips (60% cocoa) and it turned out perfectly. Served as pictured with raspberries and barely sweetened whipped cream to lighten the flavor intensity.
Date published: 2017-08-28
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Torte pan worked fine I didn't have the recommended heart-shaped pan. I had an 11 inch torte pan & it worked fine. I sprayed the pan & dusted it with cocoa powder. Then I put aluminum foil around bottom & sides of the pan to prevent leaks. Cooking time was about the same. It was good without the rum or the espresso, but I'd like to try it with the espresso next time. Don't put the confectioner's sugar on until just before serving. YUMMY!!
Date published: 2015-12-26
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Easy to make torte I made this recipe twice. The first time, I had difficulty folding in the egg whites...the batter needs to be in a large, shallow bowl to ensure the mixture folds without stirring it. The second time I made it, I added a couple tbs of flour to make the torte a little less hard and buttery, which worked out better for me. I also added a tiny bit of baking soda, but I think that was a mistake. I would not use espresso, as I don't drink coffee, and the torte will send you to the roof without the extra kick. I would also add a raspberry puree on the side, like most restaurants do.
Date published: 2015-08-06
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Best chocolate torte tried yet! Used xylitol to replace sugar. Used 1 tablespoon of coffee liquor to replace brewed coffee. Let the servings sit out from the fridge so that it softens a little. The flavors and texture are fantastic. I consider this an heirloom collection!
Date published: 2015-07-24
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Outstanding Dessert for anytime! I received compliments from everyone the very first time I made this. I definitely will make this again and again! My only two changes were I used only two sticks of butter, and I added about two teaspoons of Kahlua'. This is a very good no-flour chocolate torte recipe. Thank you W-S for sharing this recipe.
Date published: 2014-10-01
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