Description
Chocolate Hazelnut Pudding Torte is a decadent dessert that harmoniously blends rich dark chocolate with the nutty essence of toasted hazelnuts. This velvety torte features layers of creamy pudding encased in a tender crust, making it a showstopper for any occasion—from birthdays to casual weeknight treats. Simple to prepare yet stunning in presentation, this dessert ensures every bite is an unforgettable experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup toasted hazelnuts
- 8 oz high-quality dark chocolate (70% cocoa or more)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a cake pan with butter and dust with cocoa powder.
- Melt dark chocolate and butter in a bowl until smooth.
- Whisk in granulated sugar, then add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Sift in cocoa powder and gently fold in ground hazelnuts.
- Stir in vanilla extract until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flair, serve with whipped cream or fresh berries. Substitute hazelnuts with almonds or pecans for varied flavors. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to five days.