ALMOND CHOCOLATE TORTE WITH CHOCOLATE CURLS

Almond Chocolate Torte with Chocolate Curls image

"I've been making this recipe since the 70s, and it's often requested by family and friends. It's popular not only for the wonderful eye appeal and taste, but for the short time it takes to create." -Elaine Gairy, Chester, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size)
12 ounces German sweet chocolate, chopped
3/4 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup chopped almonds, toasted
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
Chocolate curls

Steps:

Prepare and bake cake according to package directions, using two greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt chocolate and butter; stir until smooth. Stir in almonds (mixture will be thin); set aside. , Split each cake into two horizontal layers. Place bottom layer on a serving plate; spread with half of the chocolate mixture. Top with second cake layer; spread with half of the whipped topping. Repeat layers. Sprinkle with chocolate curls. Chill at least 1 hour before serving. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 557 calories, Fat 36g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 389mg sodium, Carbohydrate 57g carbohydrate (39g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 7g protein.