Mocha Nut Torte Recipe

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Mocha Nut Torte
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Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°; Line three 9 inch round cake pans with waxed paper; set aside.
  2. Place egg whites in a large bowl and let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  3. In another mixing bowl, beat egg yolks until slightly thickened.
  4. Gradually add 1 cup of the granulated sugar beating until thick and lemon colored; beat in vanilla.
  5. Combine nuts, bread crumbs, baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon of the salt; stir into the egg mixture until combined.
  6. Add remaining 1/4 teaspoon of the salt to the egg whites and beat with electric mixer on medium speed until soft peaks form.
  7. Gradually beat in remaining 1/2 cup of the granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons at a timebeating on high until stiff glossy peaks form and the sugar is completely dissolved.
  8. Gradually fold egg white mixture into the batter until just blended.
  9. Divide batter amongst prepared cake pans and bake in preheated oven for 20-25 minutes.
  10. Cool 20 minutes, then remove from pans and complete cooling on wire racks; remove waxed paper.
  11. In a small bowl, beat heavy cream until it begins to thicken.
  12. Add confectioner's sugar and vanilla, beating until stiff peaks form.
  13. Cover and chill until you're ready to assemble the cake.
  14. In a large saucepan, melt butter and chocolate over low heat; then remove from burner.
  15. Stir in coffee, vanilla and confectioner's sugar.
  16. Spread the chilled filling between the three layers, stacking them as you go.
  17. Then cover the tops and sides of the cake with the mocha frosting; garnish with the pecan halves.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 2219.89 Kcal (9294 kJ)
Calories from fat 1009.9 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 112.21g 173%
Cholesterol 366.6mg 122%
Sodium 655.65mg 27%
Potassium 830.56mg 18%
Total Carbs 305.06g 102%
Sugars 272.34g 1089%
Dietary Fiber 12.04g 48%
Protein 31.96g 64%
Vitamin C 1.8mg 3%
Iron 7.7mg 43%
Calcium 208.3mg 21%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 381.65 Kcal (1598 kJ)
Calories from fat 173.63 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 19.29g 173%
Cholesterol 63.03mg 122%
Sodium 112.72mg 27%
Potassium 142.79mg 18%
Total Carbs 52.45g 102%
Sugars 46.82g 1089%
Dietary Fiber 2.07g 48%
Protein 5.49g 64%
Vitamin C 0.3mg 3%
Iron 1.3mg 43%
Calcium 35.8mg 21%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 52.9
    Points
  • 64
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium,
  • High in Sugar,
  • High in Total Fat

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