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Chocolate Hazelnut Mascarpone Torte

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Italy

Known as an Italian recipe, with similar versions prepared across other nations.

Ingredients 34 ingredients

  1. 1 tablespoon framboise liqueur
  2. 12 tablespoons unsalted butter -- softened
  3. 12 perfect hazelnuts -- toasted
  4. 1 cup heavy cream
  5. ***ASSEMBLY***
  6. 2 large eggs -- at room temperature
  7. 8 ounces bittersweet chocolate -- finely chopped
  8. 1/4 cup water
  9. 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  10. 1/4 cup water
  11. 1/4 cup framboise liqueur
  12. 1 tablespoon light corn syrup
  13. 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  14. 1/2 teaspoon salt
  15. ***CHOCOLATE GLAZE***
  16. 1 cup granulated sugar
  17. ***CHOCOLATE BUTTER CAKE***
  18. ***CARAMELIZED HAZELNUT PRALINE***
  19. 5 cups fresh raspberries
  20. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  21. Cut
  22. Chop
  23. 1 1/3 cups strongly brewed coffee -- at room temperature
  24. 2 cups cake flour
  25. 2 cups mascarpone cheese
  26. 3/4 cup unsweetened alkalized -- cocoa powder
  27. 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  28. 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  29. 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  30. 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  31. Rub
  32. ***FRAMBOISE SYRUP***
  33. ***MASCARPONE CREAM FILLING***
  34. 1 1/4 teaspoons baking soda
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Possible health benefits

General information, not medical advice.

  1. Chicken egg High in vitamin D · High in riboflavin · High in vitamin B12 · +9

    High in vitamin D · 2.0 µg per 100 g, 40% of the reference intake per 100 g

    • Vitamin D contributes to normal absorption/utilisation of calcium and phosphorus.
    • Vitamin D contributes to normal blood calcium levels.
    • Vitamin D contributes to the maintenance of normal bones.
    4 more authorised claims
    • Vitamin D contributes to the maintenance of normal muscle function.
    • Vitamin D contributes to the maintenance of normal teeth.
    • Vitamin D contributes to the normal function of the immune system.
    • Vitamin D has a role in the process of cell division.

    Vitamin D is a nutrient you need for good health. It helps your body absorb calcium, one of the main building blocks for strong bones. NIH fact sheet

    High in riboflavin · 0.5 mg per 100 g, 33% of the reference intake per 100 g

    • Riboflavin contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism.
    • Riboflavin contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system.
    • Riboflavin contributes to the maintenance of normal mucous membranes.
    6 more authorised claims
    • Riboflavin contributes to the maintenance of normal red blood cells.
    • Riboflavin contributes to the maintenance of normal skin.
    • Riboflavin contributes to the maintenance of normal vision.
    • Riboflavin contributes to the normal metabolism of iron.
    • Riboflavin contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress.
    • Riboflavin contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.

    Riboflavin (also called vitamin B2) is important for the growth, development, and function of the cells in your body. It also helps turn the food you eat into the energy you need. NIH fact sheet

    High in vitamin B12 · 0.9 µg per 100 g, 36% of the reference intake per 100 g

    • Vitamin B12 contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism.
    • Vitamin B12 contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system.
    • Vitamin B12 contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism.
    5 more authorised claims
    • Vitamin B12 contributes to normal psychological function.
    • Vitamin B12 contributes to normal red blood cell formation.
    • Vitamin B12 contributes to the normal function of the immune system.
    • Vitamin B12 contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
    • Vitamin B12 has a role in the process of cell division.

    Vitamin B12 is a nutrient that helps keep your body’s blood and nerve cells healthy and helps make DNA, the genetic material in all of your cells. NIH fact sheet

    High in selenium · 31 µg per 100 g, 56% of the reference intake per 100 g

    • Selenium contributes to normal spermatogenesis.
    • Selenium contributes to the maintenance of normal hair.
    • Selenium contributes to the maintenance of normal nails.
    3 more authorised claims
    • Selenium contributes to the normal function of the immune system.
    • Selenium contributes to the normal thyroid function.
    • Selenium contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress.

    Selenium is a nutrient that the body needs to stay healthy. Your thyroid gland needs selenium to produce hormones and function properly. NIH fact sheet

    High in protein · 13 g per 100 g, 35% of the energy from protein

    • Protein contributes to a growth in muscle mass.
    • Protein contributes to the maintenance of muscle mass.
    • Protein contributes to the maintenance of normal bones.

    Source of vitamin A · 160 µg per 100 g, 20% of the reference intake per 100 g

    • Vitamin A contributes to normal iron metabolism.
    • Vitamin A contributes to the maintenance of normal mucous membranes.
    • Vitamin A contributes to the maintenance of normal skin.
    3 more authorised claims
    • Vitamin A contributes to the maintenance of normal vision.
    • Vitamin A contributes to the normal function of the immune system.
    • Vitamin A has a role in the process of cell specialisation.

    Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin that is naturally present in many foods. Vitamin A is important for normal vision, the immune system, reproduction, and growth and development. NIH fact sheet

    Source of folate · 47 µg per 100 g, 24% of the reference intake per 100 g

    • Folate contributes to maternal tissue growth during pregnancy.
    • Folate contributes to normal amino acid synthesis.
    • Folate contributes to normal blood formation.
    5 more authorised claims
    • Folate contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism.
    • Folate contributes to normal psychological function.
    • Folate contributes to the normal function of the immune system.
    • Folate contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
    • Folate has a role in the process of cell division.

    Folate is a B-vitamin that is naturally present in many foods. Your body needs folate to make DNA and other genetic material. NIH fact sheet

    Source of pantothenic acid · 1.5 mg per 100 g, 26% of the reference intake per 100 g

    • Pantothenic acid contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism.
    • Pantothenic acid contributes to normal mental performance.
    • Pantothenic acid contributes to normal synthesis and metabolism of steroid hormones, vitamin D and some neurotransmitters.
    1 more authorised claims
    • Pantothenic acid contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.

    Pantothenic acid (also called vitamin B5) helps turn the food you eat into the energy you need. It’s important for many functions in the body, especially making and breaking down fats. NIH fact sheet

    Source of phosphorus · 198 mg per 100 g, 28% of the reference intake per 100 g

    • Phosphorus contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism.
    • Phosphorus contributes to normal function of cell membranes.
    • Phosphorus contributes to the maintenance of normal bones.
    1 more authorised claims
    • Phosphorus contributes to the maintenance of normal teeth.

    Phosphorus is a mineral contained in each cell in our body. Most phosphorus is in the bones and teeth, and some is in your genes. NIH fact sheet

    Source of omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA) · 58 mg per 100 g, at least 40 mg per 100 g and per 100 kcal

    • EPA and DHA contribute to the normal function of the heart. The beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 250 mg of EPA and DHA.

    The three main omega-3 fatty acids are alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). ALA is found mainly in plant oils such as flaxseed, soybean, and canola oils. NIH fact sheet

    Contains DHA · 58 mg per 100 g, at least 40 mg per 100 g and per 100 kcal

    • DHA contributes to maintenance of normal brain function. The beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 250 mg of DHA.
    • DHA contributes to the maintenance of normal vision. The beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 250 mg of DHA.

    The three main omega-3 fatty acids are alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). ALA is found mainly in plant oils such as flaxseed, soybean, and canola oils. NIH fact sheet

    Contains choline · 294 mg per 100 g, at least 82.5 mg per 100 g

    • Choline contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism.
    • Choline contributes to normal lipid metabolism.
    • Choline contributes to the maintenance of normal liver function.

    Choline is a nutrient that is found in many foods. Your brain and nervous system need it to regulate memory, mood, muscle control, and other functions. NIH fact sheet

    Nutrients per 100 g of “Egg, whole, raw, fresh”, USDA FoodData Central.

  2. Raspberry High in vitamin C · High in manganese

    High in vitamin C · 26 mg per 100 g, 33% of the reference intake per 100 g

    • Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of blood vessels.
    • Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of bones.
    • Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of cartilage.
    11 more authorised claims
    • Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of gums.
    • Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of skin.
    • Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of teeth.
    • Vitamin C contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism.
    • Vitamin C contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system.
    • Vitamin C contributes to normal psychological function.
    • Vitamin C contributes to the normal function of the immune system.
    • Vitamin C contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress.
    • Vitamin C contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
    • Vitamin C contributes to the regeneration of the reduced form of vitamin E.
    • Vitamin C increases iron absorption.

    Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is a water-soluble nutrient found in some foods. In the body, it acts as an antioxidant, helping to protect cells from the damage caused by free radicals. NIH fact sheet

    High in manganese · 0.7 mg per 100 g, 34% of the reference intake per 100 g

    • Manganese contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism.
    • Manganese contributes to the maintenance of normal bones.
    • Manganese contributes to the normal formation of connective tissue.
    1 more authorised claims
    • Manganese contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress.

    Manganese is a mineral that your body needs to stay healthy. Your body uses manganese to make energy and protect your cells from damage. NIH fact sheet

    Nutrients per 100 g of “Raspberries, raw”, USDA FoodData Central.

Claims: EU Register of health claims (Regulation (EU) No 432/2012, © European Union, CC BY 4.0), shown only where the ingredient meets the claim's conditions (Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006). Nutrients: USDA FoodData Central (CC0). Facts: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements (public domain).

Cook safely

Keep children and pets away from the hob and the oven, and keep oven gloves and a lid within reach.

  • Oven and hot trays. Use dry oven gloves for trays and dishes: a hot tray looks just like a cold one. Open the oven door away from your face and let the first rush of heat out.
  • Boiling water and steam. Turn pan handles inward, away from the edge of the hob. Lift lids away from you, and pour hot water away from your body: steam burns too.
  • Hot sugar. Hot sugar sticks to skin and burns far hotter than boiling water: don't touch or taste it. Keep a bowl of cold water close, and keep children away while it cooks.
  • Blending hot liquid. Let it cool a little first, fill the blender no more than a third, and hold the lid down with a folded towel. Start on the lowest speed. A stick blender in the pan is safer.
  • Sharp knives. Cut on a board that doesn't slip (a damp cloth under it helps), and curl the fingers of the hand that holds the food.

Method

  1. Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 350F.
  2. Spread the hazelnuts on a baking sheet and toast for 12 to 15 minutes, or until golden beneath the skins. Wrap the nuts in a clean towel and cool completely. Transfer the cooled hazelnuts to a large sieve and rub them back and forth to remove the loose skins.
  3. Make the chocolate butter cake: Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 375F.
  4. Line the bottom of a 17 1/2-by-11 1/2-inch jelly roll pan with parchment or waxed paper. Lightly spray the bottom and sides of the pan with nonstick cooking spray. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda and salt. Sift the flour mixture onto a piece of waxed paper and set aside. In a 4 1/2-quart bowl of a heavy-duty electric mixer using the paddle attachment, beat the butter at medium-high speed for 1 minute, until creamy.
  5. While continuing to beat the butter, gradually add the granulated and brown sugars, stopping the machine and scraping down the side of the bowl as necessary. Beat the butter/sugar mixture at medium-high speed for 2 minutes, until smooth. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, and the vanilla.
  6. Reduce the speed to low and alternately add one-third of the reserved dry ingredients and one-third of the coffee. In two more batches, alternately add the remaining dry ingredients and coffee, scraping down the bowl as necessary. Scrape the batter into the prepared pan and, using a metal cake spatula, smooth the batter evenly into the pan. Bake the cake for 25 to 28 minutes, until the sides just begin to pull away from the pan and the surface springs back when lightly touched. Cool the cake in the pan set on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Invert the cake onto a wire rack; carefully peel off the parchment paper and allow the cake to cool completely.
  7. Make the caramelized hazelnuts and hazelnut praline: Lightly spray a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray. In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves. Increase the heat to medium-high and continue to cook without stirring for 4 to 6 minutes until the syrup caramelizes. Immediately remove the pan from the heat.
  8. Add the 12 perfect hazelnuts to the caramel and toss to coat. With an oiled fork, remove each hazelnut, letting the excess caramel drip back into the pan, and place them at one end of the prepared baking sheet. Quickly stir the 3/4 cup of hazelnuts into the remaining hot caramel. Pour the hazelnut praline onto the other end of the baking sheet.
  9. Cool the praline for 30 minutes until hard. Reserve the individual caramelized hazelnuts for decorating the cake. Coarsely chop the praline.
  10. In a food processor fitted with the metal chopping blade, process the praline for 35 to 45 seconds until finely ground. Transfer the praline to a bowl and set aside.
  11. Make the framboise syrup: In a small saucepan, combine the water and sugar.
  12. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon until the sugar dissolves . Stop stirring; raise the heat to medium-high and bring the syrup to a boil. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the framboise liqueur and vanilla.
  13. Make the mascarpone cream filling: In a 4 1/2-quart bowl of a heavy-duty electric mixer using the wire whip attachment, beat together the mascarpone cheese, sugar and framboise liqueur at medium speed until combined, about 1 minute. While continuing to beat the mixture, gradually add the heavy cream; increase the speed to medium-high and beat the mascarpone mixture until soft peaks form and the mixture is spreadable. Cover and refrigerate the cream until ready to use.
  14. Assemble the cake: Using a long serrated knife, cut the cake lengthwise into 3 long strips of equal width. Place one cake strip on a wire rack. Using a pastry brush, moisten the top of the chocolate cake strip with some of the framboise syrup. Using an offset metal cake spatula, spread 1/4 cup of the mascarpone cream over the moistened cake strip. Cover the cream-coated strip with a layer of raspberries, placed stem-side-down in even rows over the cake (this will take approximately 2 1/3 cups of raspberries). Scrape l 1/2 cups of the mascarpone cream on top of the raspberries.
  15. Using a small offset metal spatula smooth the cream into an even layer, allowing it to settle into the gaps in between the raspberries. Sprinkle 1/4 cup of the ground praline over the cream layer. Place a second cake strip on top of the praline; repeat the preceding layering process and top with the final cake strip. Reserve the remaining ground praline to garnish the sides of the cake. Spread the remaining mascarpone cream in a thin even layer around the sides of the cake, filling in all the gaps.
  16. Place the wire rack with the cake on it in the refrigerator for l hour to set.
  17. Make the glaze: Place the chocolate in a medium bowl. In a small saucepan, bring the cream and corn syrup to a gentle boil. Pour the hot cream mixture over the chocolate.
  18. Let the mixture stand for 30 seconds to melt the chocolate. Gently whisk until smooth. Allow the glaze to cool for 5 minutes.
  19. Glaze the cake: Remove the cake from the refrigerator and place the wire rack on a baking sheet. Pour the glaze over the cake, covering it completely. While the glaze is still wet, put the remaining ground praline around the sides of the cake. Refrigerate the cake for 5 to 10 minutes, until the glaze is set.
  20. Garnish the top of the cake with the caramelized hazelnuts.

Plating

Cookware for this recipe

  • Saucepan
  • Baking tray
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Electric mixer
  • Food processor
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Vegetable peeler
  • Wooden spoon
  • Spatula
  • Sieve
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