Flourless Chocolate Almond Torte

2 HOURS | Moderate | 12 Servings

Nutrition per serving:

320 Cals, 6g Protein, 28g Carbs, 22g Fat, 22g Sugar

Time Required

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
• Cooling Time: 1 hour
• Total Time: ~2 hours including cooling

Ingredients

• 1 cup (8 oz) bittersweet chocolate, chopped
• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter or margarine (for a dairy-free version)
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 6 large eggs, separated
• 2 cups finely ground almonds (almond flour)
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• Optional: Powdered sugar or cocoa powder for dusting

Instructions

Preheat Oven

1. Set to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.

Make the Batter

1. In a heatproof bowl over simmering water, melt the chocolate and butter together. Stir until smooth. Remove from heat and mix in sugar and vanilla extract.
2. Once the chocolate mixture is slightly cooled, add egg yolks one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
3. Stir in the ground almonds until fully combined.
4. In a separate bowl, beat egg whites with salt until stiff peaks form.
5. Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the chocolate-almond mixture in batches, ensuring a light batter.

Bake

1. Pour batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs.

Cool & Serve

1. Allow the torte to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, remove from the pan and dust with powdered sugar or cocoa powder if desired.
2. Serving Suggestion: Serve slices with fresh berries or a dollop of whipped cream (if dairy is permissible).

Kosher for Passover Note: Ensure all ingredients, especially chocolate and vanilla extract, are certified kosher for Passover.

A rich, dense cake combining deep chocolate flavors with the subtle nuttiness of almonds. This elegant dessert is naturally gluten-free and perfect for Passover