Raspberry Walnut Torte Recipe
Description: Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Raspberry Walnut Torte, a delightful dessert perfect for any occasion. With layers of moist cake, whipped cream frosting, and tangy raspberry preserves, every bite is a symphony of taste and texture. Whether you’re celebrating Christmas or just craving a sweet treat, this recipe is sure to impress!
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Servings: 10
- Keywords: Raspberries, Berries, Fruit, Christmas, Weeknight, < 4 Hours
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 3/4 cups | Flour |
| 2 tsp | Baking powder |
| 1/2 tsp | Salt |
| 1 cup | Walnuts (ground) |
| 1 1/2 cups | Sugar |
| 1 1/2 tsp | Vanilla extract |
| 3 | Eggs |
| 3 cups | Heavy whipping cream |
| 8 oz | Cream cheese |
| 1/8 tsp | Salt |
| 1 tsp | Vanilla extract (for frosting) |
| 1 cup | Raspberry preserves |
Instructions:
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Prepare Oven and Pans:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
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Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and ground walnuts.
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Whip Cream:
- In a small bowl, beat 1½ cups of whipping cream until stiff peaks form.
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Prepare Cake Batter:
- In a large bowl, beat together 1½ cups of sugar, 3 teaspoons of vanilla, and eggs until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes on high speed.
- Fold in the dry ingredients and whipped cream alternately into the sugar mixture, beginning and ending with the flour mixture.
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Bake the Cake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pans.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the cakes in the pans for 15 minutes, then remove them from the pans and cool completely on wire racks.
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Prepare Frosting:
- In another small bowl, beat 1½ cups of whipping cream until stiff peaks form.
- In a large bowl, blend cream cheese, 1 cup of sugar, 1/8 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla until smooth.
- Fold in the whipped cream to complete the frosting.
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Assemble the Cake:
- Slice each cake layer horizontally to form 4 layers in total.
- Place one layer on a serving plate and spread with 1/2 cup of frosting.
- Top with the second layer and spread with 1/2 cup of raspberry preserves.
- Repeat with the third layer and frosting, then add the fourth layer.
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Frost and Decorate:
- Frost the sides of the cake with the remaining frosting.
- Reserve about 1 cup of frosting for decorating.
- Top the fourth layer with raspberry preserves.
- Use the reserved frosting to pipe a lattice design on the top and bottom of the cake.
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Serve and Store:
- Store the assembled cake in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
- Enjoy each slice of this decadent Raspberry Walnut Torte with friends and family!
This Raspberry Walnut Torte is a labor of love, perfect for making memories and sharing joy with loved ones. Dive into the luscious layers of cake, cream, and fruit, and savor the deliciousness of this exquisite dessert.
