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Dobos Torte

Dobos Torte is a Hungarian dessert featuring layers of sponge cake and chocolate buttercream with a caramel topping.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Hungarian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 cup dark chocolate melted
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 cup granulated sugar for caramel

Equipment

  • Two 9-inch round cake pans
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • saucepan
  • Cooking thermometer
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease two 9-inch round cake pans and line with parchment paper.
  3. Beat the eggs and granulated sugar together until fluffy and pale.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder.
  5. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture until just combined.
  6. Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. While the cakes cool, beat the softened butter and powdered sugar together until fluffy.
  8. Add melted chocolate and mix until smooth.
  9. Spread buttercream between each layer and on top once the cake layers are cool.

Notes

This elegant torte is best served with a dollop of whipped cream or fresh berries for a pop of color.