Chocolate Torte with Honey Almond Cookie Crust
A rich chocolate torte built on a sweet, nutty foundation of crushed almond cookies, honey, and margarine. The silky chocolate filling combines cream, chocolate chips, and cocoa powder for an intensely chocolatey dessert that's perfect for special occasions. The contrast between the textured cookie crust and smooth filling creates an elegant dessert that can be served with ice cream or fresh berries.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups Manischewitz Almond Cookies, crushed
- 2 tablespoons margarine or butter
- 1 tablespoon Manischewitz Golden Honey
- ½ stick margarine or butter, room temperature
- 1 cup non-dairy whipping cream or heavy creamheavy cream1:1note:for traditional version
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- 12 ounces Glicks Chocolate Chips
- 1 tablespoon margarine or butter
- 1 teaspoon Gefen Cocoa Powder
Instructions
- 1
Crush cookies in food processor with margarine and honey until they resemble fine crumbs
- 2
Press crumbs firmly into a nine-inch torte pan or shallow springform pan, forming a crust
- 3
Bake crust at 350 degrees Fahrenheit until set, about 10 minutes
- 4
In a medium-sized saucepan, bring whipping cream to a boil
- 5
Remove from heat and add chocolate chips, margarine and cocoa, mixing well to combine
- 6
Let rest for a few minutes and then pour cream mixture into crust
- 7
Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 20 minutes or until set
- 8
Serve chilled with ice cream or fresh strawberries
Tips
Let the chocolate mixture rest a few minutes before pouring to prevent cracking from temperature shock
Use parchment paper in the pan for easier removal of the finished torte
Chill for at least 2 hours before serving for best texture
Good to Know
Cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days
Can be made 1 day ahead and chilled
Serve chilled, optionally with ice cream or fresh strawberries
Common Mistakes
Don't overbake the crust or it will become too hard
Let chocolate mixture cool slightly to avoid melting the crust
Substitutions
FAQ
Can I make this without a springform pan?
Yes, use any 9-inch round pan but line with parchment for easier removal.
How long does this torte keep?
Store covered in refrigerator for up to 3 days for best quality.
Can I freeze this torte?
Yes, wrap well and freeze up to 1 month. Thaw overnight in refrigerator before serving.