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Sachertorte

Viennese chocolate cake layered with apricot jam under a glossy dark chocolate glaze.

Time
120min
Steps
5
Sachertorte, photographed from above

Ingredients

12 servings

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Allergens

Contains milk, egg and wheat.

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    You'll need: Oven, Springform pan.

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    Method

    1. 1

      Beat butter and powdered sugar, add yolks one at a time, then chocolate.

    2. 2

      Whip whites with sugar to soft peaks; fold into the batter alternately with flour.

    3. 3

      Bake in the springform at 180°C (350°F) for 45–50 minutes; cool.

    4. 4

      Split horizontally, fill with apricot jam and brush jam over the top and sides.

    5. 5

      Pour over the warm glaze, smooth once, and set; serve with whipped cream.

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