Description
This decadent torte combines the richness of chocolate with the creaminess of ricotta and the nutty flavor of hazelnuts. It’s a perfect dessert for special occasions, offering a light yet indulgent texture with a delightful crunch from the hazelnuts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup hazelnuts
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup flour
- 3 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a food processor, grind hazelnuts until finely ground.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground hazelnuts, ricotta cheese, chocolate chips, sugar, flour, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the torte to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute the ricotta cheese with mascarpone cheese for an even creamier texture.
- For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of salt to balance the sweetness and bring out the chocolate flavor.
- This torte is rich, so serving with fresh berries or a dollop of whipped cream can complement the flavors perfectly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes