Chocolate Torte Recipe
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Chocolate Torte

By: Genny Monchamp  
"Mom's three-layer chocolate cake was always perfect with it's delicious whipped cream filling and a yummy chocolate frosting. Making this from scratch cake is well worth the effort--just ask any chocolate lover!"

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Prep Time:
30 Min
Cook Time:
25 Min
Ready In:
55 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 10 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 2 1/2 cups sugar
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup baking cocoa
  • 2 cups boiling water
  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • FILLING:
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • FROSTING:
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup butter, cubed
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar

Directions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each. Beat in vanilla. Whisk cocoa and water until smooth. Combine flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with cocoa mixture. Beat until smooth.
  2. Pour into three greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake at 350 degrees F for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes; remove from pans to wire racks.
  3. In a mixing bowl, beat cream, confectioners' sugar and vanilla on high speed until soft peaks form. Chill until firm.
  4. In a saucepan, melt chips and butter over medium heat; stir in cream. Remove from the heat; stir in confectioners' sugar. Chill for at least 1 hour or until completely cooled. Beat with electric mixer to achieve spreadable consistency.
  5. Spread half of the filling over one cake layer; top with second layer and remaining filling. Top with third layer; frost top and sides of cake. Chill for 2 hours before cutting.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 23, 2009 by tat2whttrsh aka Lambchop's Mom 
My dad was devastated when he remembered that this recipe was lost in his recent apartment... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 13, 2009 by SweetMelissa1015 
This cake is absolutely incredible!!! Whether you make the entire cake recipe as written, or... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 21, 2008 by CLSEABOLT6 
I give this cake 5 stars, however I had one reservation—The frosting could be improved. The... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 2, 2007 by Mandy 
This was a great cake - very rich and tasty!!! Be prepared for a lot of dirty dishes. The... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 15, 2009 by cruzmom 
I made this for my daughter's 15th. birthday and it was absolutely delicious! My family... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 25, 2009 by RALWATTAR 
I am only rating the cake and I give it 5 stars! Very easy, flavorful, and moist. I baked... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 3, 2008 by cupcake muffin 
GREAT cake for chocolate lovers! I love chocolate, so I used fresh brewed coffee in place of... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 3, 2008 by Ashley 
This is by far the best cake recipe I have ever had! I always get rave reviews and last time I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 11, 2006 by danz 
excellent cake...really worth the preparation MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 5, 2009 by TA2009 
This cake is wonderful! Mom thinks it's almost like a devil's food. MORE

 
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