Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Directions: Strawberry Chocolate Torte Recipe
- STEP 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- STEP 2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- STEP 3. In another bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- STEP 4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
- STEP 5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.
- STEP 6. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool completely.
- STEP 7. Meanwhile, prepare the chocolate ganache by heating the heavy cream in a saucepan until it begins to simmer. Remove from heat and pour over the chopped chocolate. Stir until smooth and let it cool to room temperature.
- STEP 8. To assemble the torte, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of chocolate ganache over the cake, followed by a layer of sliced strawberries or full berries. Repeat with the second cake layer.
- STEP 9. Prepare the strawberry / berrie glaze by blending fresh fruit and powdered sugar in the blender until smooth. Pour the glaze over the top of the torte, allowing it to drip down the sides.
- STEP 10. Garnish with chocolate curls and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
- STEP 11. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Notes

Cooking Tips
- Make sure to properly grease and flour the cake pans to prevent the cake from sticking.
- For a richer chocolate flavour, use high-quality cocoa powder and dark chocolate for the ganache.
- To make chocolate curls, use a vegetable peeler to shave curls from a block of chocolate or buy them at BulkBarn.
- You can make the torte a day in advance and store it in the refrigerator. Just make sure to add the strawberry / raspberry glaze and garnish before serving.
- Store the Strawberry / Raspberry / Blackberrie Dark Chocolate Torte in the refrigerator to keep it fresh.
- Serve the torte chilled for the best taste and texture.
