Passover Chocolate Torte

Passover is a Jewish holiday that commemorates the liberation of the Israelites from slavery in ancient Egypt. During Passover, certain dietary restrictions are observed, including the avoidance of leavened bread. This Passover Chocolate Torte is a delicious dessert option that is gluten-free and perfect for the holiday.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 95 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Passover Chocolate Torte

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Jewish Courses: Any, Dessert Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 45 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 35 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2560

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Matzo meal
• 1 cup Sugar
• ¹⁄₃ cup Cocoa powder
• ¹⁄₂ cup Ground almonds
• 4 Eggs
• ¹⁄₂ cup Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Semisweet chocolate chips
• ¹⁄₂ cup Whipped cream
• for garnish Fresh berries

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
2. In a large bowl, combine the matzo meal, sugar, cocoa powder, ground almonds, eggs, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix well.
3. Fold in the chocolate chips.
4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
5. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. Once cooled, remove the sides of the springform pan.
8. Serve the torte with whipped cream and fresh berries.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 30g10%

Sugars 25g

Protein 6g12%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.