Chocolate Bavarian Torte
Indulge in the decadent elegance of a Chocolate Bavarian Torte, a show-stopping dessert that’s as delightful to the palate as it is to the eye. This multilayered creation features moist chocolate cake slices layered with velvety whipped cream infused with the stabilizing touch of gelatin for perfect texture. Semi-sweet chocolate chips add bursts of richness to each bite, while the option of fresh berries or chocolate shavings as a garnish lends a customizable flair. Designed for both effortless beauty and flavor, this dessert is ideal for special occasions or whenever you crave a chocolate masterpiece. With a preparation time of 45 minutes and a chilling period to enhance its layered goodness, this torte is destined to become a family favorite. Create your own at home and savor a slice of chocolate bliss!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 0.5 cup whole milk
- 0.25 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup boiling water
- 1 packet unflavored gelatin
- 0.25 cup cold water
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar
- 0.75 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup fresh berries or chocolate shavings (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans, then set aside.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
Add the egg, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until smooth. Stir in the boiling water last (the batter will be thin).
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
While the cakes cool, dissolve the gelatin in 1/4 cup cold water and let it sit for 5 minutes.
Heat the gelatin mixture in the microwave for 10-15 seconds until fully dissolved, then let it cool to room temperature.
In a large bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to whip the heavy whipping cream until soft peaks form. Add the powdered sugar and dissolved gelatin and continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
Once the cake layers are cooled, cut each layer horizontally to create four total layers. Place one layer on a serving plate and spread a generous portion of the whipped cream mixture on top.
Sprinkle chocolate chips over the whipped cream layer, then repeat the process with the remaining layers, finishing with whipped cream on top.
Garnish the torte with fresh berries or chocolate shavings, if desired.
Chill the torte in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the filling to set.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4347 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 265.2 g | 340% | |
| Saturated Fat | 133.5 g | 668% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 33.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 681 mg | 227% | |
| Sodium | 2370 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 464.3 g | 169% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 41.8 g | 149% | |
| Total Sugars | 308.7 g | ||
| Protein | 50.7 g | 101% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 308 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 20.0 mg | 111% | |
| Potassium | 1661 mg | 35% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
