Chocolate Almond Torte

* Exported from MasterCook *

Chocolate Almond Torte

Recipe By : Maureen Griffin <GriffinMau@gov.nb.ca>
Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Cakes

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup sugar
8 eggs
8 egg whites
1/2 lb. pitted dates - chopped finely
1/2 lb. unblanched almonds - chopped finely
5 oz. unsweetened chocolate
1 Tbsp. vegetable oil

grease with vegetable oil one 10" spring-form pan and line with greased
wax paper chop nuts and dates. Process chocolate in food processor or
grate on the large cut of food grater

In a large bowl cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. add egg yolks
one at a time.

Fold in nuts, dates and chocolate pieces

In another bowl whip the egg whites until they form soft peaks and fold all
but 1/2 cup into the butter mixture. Pour into prepared pan - bake for 40-50
minutes at 375. Let cool for 15-20 mins before turning out.

Melt 3 oz. white or dark chocolate and pour over cooled cake and refrigerate
for at least two hours. Cut with hot knife
Serve with fresh cream and maybe rose petals.







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