Hershey’S Fudgey Chocolate Torte

This decadent Hershey's Fudgey Chocolate Torte is the ultimate comfort dessert for chocolate lovers. Unlike light, airy cakes, this torte boasts a dense, moist crumb enriched with ground blanched almonds and high-quality cocoa. The batter relies on whipped egg whites to provide just enough lift, resulting in a texture that is both substantial and tender. Topped with a quick, silky chocolate glaze made from butter, cocoa, and powdered sugar, every bite delivers an intense chocolate flavor. It is perfect for birthdays, holidays, or simply when you need a serious treat. The combination of buttery richness and deep cocoa notes makes this a timeless classic that feels indulgent without being overly complicated to prepare.

Cooking Method: Baking

Cuisine: American

Courses: Desserts

Difficulty: Advanced

Servings: 12

Calories: 320

Dietary: Vegetarian

Description

This decadent Hershey's Fudgey Chocolate Torte is the ultimate comfort dessert for chocolate lovers. Unlike light, airy cakes, this torte boasts a dense, moist crumb enriched with ground blanched almonds and high-quality cocoa. The batter relies on whipped egg whites to provide just enough lift, resulting in a texture that is both substantial and tender. Topped with a quick, silky chocolate glaze made from butter, cocoa, and powdered sugar, every bite delivers an intense chocolate flavor. It is perfect for birthdays, holidays, or simply when you need a serious treat. The combination of buttery richness and deep cocoa notes makes this a timeless classic that feels indulgent without being overly complicated to prepare.

Ingredients

3/4 cup Butter or margarine
6 tablespoon Hershey's cocoa
1 cup Sugar; divided
2/3 cup Ground blanched almonds
2 tablespoon Flour
3 Eggs; separated
2 tablespoon Water
2 tablespoon Butter or margarine
2 tablespoon Hershey's cocoa
2 tablespoon Water
1/2 teaspoon Vanilla
1 cup Confectioner's sugar

Directions

1
Preheat oven to 350F (175C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
2
Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over low heat.
3
Remove from heat and stir in the cocoa and 3/4 cup of the sugar until smooth.
4
Let the mixture cool for 5 minutes.
5
Blend in the ground almonds and flour.
6
Beat in the egg yolks, one at a time, until fully incorporated.
7
Stir in the water.
8
In a separate medium bowl, beat the egg whites until foamy.
9
Gradually add the remaining sugar, beating until soft peaks form.
10
Gently fold the chocolate mixture into the egg whites in three additions, blending just until combined.
11
Pour batter into the prepared pan.
12
Bake for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
13
Remove from oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
14
Run a knife around the edge and invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
15
Once cool, invert the cake onto a serving plate so the flat side is up.
16
Prepare glaze: Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat.
17
Add the cocoa and water; stir constantly until mixture thickens but does not boil.
18
Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla.
19
Gradually whisk in the confectioner's sugar until smooth.
20
Spread the warm glaze over the top and sides of the cake.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18g28%
Saturated Fat 11g56%
Cholesterol 120mg40%
Sodium 180mg8%
Total Carbohydrate 42g15%
Dietary Fiber 3g12%
Sugars 35g
Protein 6g12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

The cake will settle slightly as it cools; this is normal for this type of dense torte.

Ensure egg whites are completely free of yolk for best whipping results.

The glaze should be applied while still warm for easy spreading, but not hot enough to melt the cake structure.

Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

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