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Torta Caprese
Decadent chocolate and almond cake from the Isle of Capri.
65 min total (prep 20 · cook 45)· Serves 8· Intermediate·New
Legend has it that this chocolate-almond cake was an accidental creation on the island of Capri, now a popular treat across Italy.
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Method
- 1Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Line and grease a cake pan.
- 2Melt chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl over simmering water.
- 3Grind almonds into meal. Set aside.
- 4Beat egg yolks with sugar until pale. Mix with chocolate and almonds.
- 5Fold in stiffly beaten egg whites. Pour into prepared pan.
- 6Bake for 45 minutes or until firm. Cool and dust with powdered sugar.
Chef's tips
- Use high-quality chocolate.
- Let cool completely before dusting.
The story
Legend has it that this chocolate-almond cake was an accidental creation on the island of Capri, now a popular treat across Italy.
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