Description
Indulge in the rich, fudgy goodness of Torta Tenerina, a delectable Italian chocolate cake that is sure to satisfy your sweet cravings. This moist and decadent dessert is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply treating yourself to a delightful homemade treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Mixture:
- 7 ounces dark chocolate, broken into pieces
- ½ cup unsalted butter, chopped into cubes
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon instant coffee (optional)
- ¾ teaspoon salt
Egg Mixture:
- 3 large eggs, separated
- ¾ cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preparation: Line a 9-inch springform pan and preheat the oven to 350°F/175°C.
- Melt Chocolate and Butter: In a large glass mixing bowl, melt the chocolate and butter together in the microwave or over a double boiler. Stir in cocoa, coffee (if using), and salt.
- Whisk Egg Whites: In another bowl, whisk egg whites and sugar until firm peaks form.
- Combine Mixtures: Whisk egg yolks and vanilla into the chocolate mixture. Fold in flour. Carefully fold in the whisked egg whites.
- Bake: Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and bake for about 25 minutes until set.
- Serve: Let the cake cool in the pan before serving with your favorite accompaniments.
Notes
- This cake pairs beautifully with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- For a richer flavor, you can sprinkle some cocoa powder or powdered sugar on top before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Torta Tenerina, Italian chocolate cake, fudgy cake, dessert recipe
