Pressed Chocolate and Lavender Torte Recipe
Lavender has been used in cooking for centuries and is known for its calming and soothing properties.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 130 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.
Pressed Chocolate and Lavender Torte Recipe
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 180°C.
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Melt the dark chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl over simmering water.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar and eggs until pale and creamy.
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Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly.
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Sift in the flour and cocoa powder, and gently fold until just combined.
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Stir in the lavender extract.
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Pour the batter into a greased and lined cake tin.
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Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
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Allow the torte to cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Once cooled, refrigerate the torte for at least 1 hour to set.
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Serve slices of the torte with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprig of fresh lavender.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 20g31%
- Total Carbohydrate 40g14%
- Sugars 30g
- Protein 5g10%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
