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Seductive Chocolate Truffle Torte

Decadent Chocolate Truffle Torte for Special Occasions

8servings
1 hr
Intermediate
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Seductive Chocolate Truffle Torte

About this recipe

Experience the rich and luxurious flavor of this chocolate truffle torte, perfect for a special celebration or a delightful indulgence. With a smooth ganache and a velvety texture, this torte promises a truly decadent experience.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips (for ganache)

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch springform pan.

  2. 2

    Melt 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips and butter over a double boiler until smooth.

  3. 3

    Stir in sugar, eggs, flour, salt, and vanilla extract until well combined.

  4. 4

    Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.

  5. 5

    Bake for 25-30 minutes until set. Allow to cool completely on a wire rack.

  6. 6

    For the ganache, heat heavy cream until just simmering, then pour over the remaining chocolate chips.

  7. 7

    Let sit for 5 minutes, then stir until smooth and glossy.

  8. 8

    Spread ganache evenly over the cooled torte and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Chef's tip

For a more intense flavor, you can add a splash of espresso to the ganache. This torte pairs well with fresh berries or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

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