DARK CHOCOLATE TORTE

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Since dark chocolate is becoming popular for its healthy antioxidants, am I able to call this health food?? I say, YES! This would make an impressive dessert for your next dinner party or special dinner for two. Take care of yourself and EAT MORE CHOCOLATE.

Provided by Brooke Magnusson

Categories     Chocolate

Time 2h20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

12 oz dark chocolate, chopped
1 1/2 tsp instant coffee
1 1/2 c sugar
1 1/2 stick butter, unsalted, softened
6 eggs, large, room temperature
1 Tbsp vanilla extract
3/4 c water, boiling
RASPBERRY COULIS (OPTIONAL)
12 oz raspberries (fresh or frozen)
1/2 c sugar
1 Tbsp water

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In food processor, place chocolate, coffee, and sugar. Process approx. 30 seconds (until very finely ground).
  • 2. While still in food processor, add boiling water. Continue to process until chocolate is melted.
  • 3. Add butter, process until well blended.
  • 4. Add eggs and vanilla, process until smooth.
  • 5. Butter bottom & sides of a 9 x 2.5" round springform pan. Line bottom of pan with wax paper & butter paper.
  • 6. Transfer batter into pan and smooth bottom. Bake for 50 min, cool on wire rack for 30 min, cover and cool in refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.
  • 7. RASPBERRY COULIS: Cook berries & sugar in a saucepan over medium heat until sugar is dissolved (do not boil). Strain mixture & add water if needed to reach desired consistency.

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