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    Home » Dessert Recipes » Decadent Chocolate Torte

    Decadent Chocolate Torte

    Published: September 15, 2018. Last Updated: June 15, 2020 by: Ginny McMeans

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    Single slice of chocolate cake with chocolate frosting on a white plate with more slices on plates behind. Red text is above for Pinterest.
    Decadent Vegan Chocolate Torte is a one layer springform pan cake. Chocolate brown rim with thick chocolate frosting on the top with tent dollops.

    Decadent Vegan Chocolate Torte is a special dessert. An amazing combo of ingredients and people will think it is from the ritziest of restaurants. But ... You can make it!

    Decadent Vegan Chocolate Torte is a one layer springform pan cake. Chocolate brown rim with thick chocolate frosting on the top with tent dollops.

    Decadent Chocolate Torte is a very special dessert. You won't believe the amazing combination of ingredients.

    There are rich deep chocolate flavors that you will think came from the ritziest of restaurants. But .... you can make it!

    One necessity is a springform pan. The steps are simple and I think I need to say it is foolproof.

    Chocolate cake has been cut into big slices and three are placed at angles in front of each other on white plates.
    Follow the instructions - take your time - and witness the outcome of a dessert that will be memorable for all. Forever!

    It may seem like I am laying it on really thick but, I'm not!

    I really want you to make this Decadent Chocolate Torte and see what a great baker you are.

    Straight on photo of the single layer chocolate cake with one large slice of cake cut out and placed in front of the large cake.

    I think there are three types of food lovers and searchers checking out this decadent vegan chocolate cake.

    Chocolate Lovers.

    People looking for cake recipes.

    Cooks wanting to find a special dessert for a special occasion or holiday.

    This Vegan Chocolate Torte will aid every one of those searchers but I can't resist showing you a couple more recipes.

    Simple Chocolate Cake is one of those perfectly moist cakes that is easy and bakes in a 9" x 9" square pan.

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    Are you looking for cupcakes but the chocolate kind? Easy Chocolate Cupcakes can be decorated with any color theme sprinkles.

    Overhead view of a round chocolte cake dolloped with chocolate frosting. In all it's frosted glory on a wooden cutting board.

    Simple Chocolate Topping for Vegan Chocolate Torte

    This beautiful torte is so perfectly moist and absolutely amazing that a simple topping is all you need.

    The frosting is chocolate to add the extra oomph for the beauty of the cake. Super simple and exactly just right.

    I love one of the feedbacks that I've received for this recipe so far. It's hard to scroll through because there are so many but here is one from Brita:

    OMG. I just baked this cake for my mom’s birthday… still standing in the kitchen eating it and it’s absolutely amazing! So chocolatey. So moist and rich. It’s a hit! Everyone loves it and is marveling over the recipe. Thanks so much! Love your blog -B

    Decadent Vegan Chocolate Torte is a straight on photo of the single layer chocolate cake with one large slice cut out and placed in front of the large cake. A fork has cut off the point and it's waiting to be eaten.

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    I hope you get to try this unusal mix of a recipe becasue you will be so very happy that y=ou did!

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    Decadent Chocolate Torte if one exotic layer with a chocolate topping. A single slice is pulled out and sitting in front.

    Decadent Chocolate Torte

    Ginny McMeans
    Decadent Chocolate Torte has an amazing combination of ingredients!
    5 from 10 votes
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    Prep Time 35 mins
    Cook Time 40 mins
    Total Time 1 hr 15 mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine Cake
    Servings 10 Servings
    Calories 335 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 cup Pitted Dates
    • 1 cup coffee liquor such as Kahlua
    • 2 teaspoons Instant Coffee Granules
    • 1 cup coconut sugar
    • 1 cup almond milk
    • ¼ cup olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 1 ¼ cup whole wheat flour
    • ¼ cup Unsweetened Cocoa
    • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda

    For the Frosting!

    • ½ cup melted Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips

    Instructions
     

    • You need a Springform Pan that measures 9" to 10-¼". I used a 10-¼" one. The torte will just be taller if it is smaller.
    • Cut a circle to fit inside the springform pan. The way I do this is that I lay the springform pan insert on the parchment paper and draw around the edge. Then I cut right inside of the line.
    • Place the parchment round inside the springform pan. Brush the paper lightly with some coconut oil.
    • In a small saucepan add the coffee flavored liqueur and the dates. Cook over low heat for 20 minutes.
    • Stir in the instant coffee granules when the liquid is hot.
    • Take off heat and let cool.
    • When cooled - puree in a food processor until smooth. It does not have to be completely smooth but very close.
    • In a large bowl mix the pureed date mixture, coconut sugar, almond milk, oil and vanilla.
    • In another bowl sift the flour, cocoa and baking soda together.
    • Stir into the date mixture until well mixed.
    • Pour into the prepared springform pan and bake at 350 degrees for 30 to 40 minutes.
    • If you use a smaller pan, like 9", you should go to the 40 minutes.
    • Remove from oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
    • Remove the sides of the pan and let cool on a rack.
    • Melt the chocolate in a microwave for a few seconds. Stir and heat in the microwave a few more seconds. Keep a very close eye on the chocolate because it can burn.
    • It does not have to be completely melted because the chocolate will continue to melt in it's own heat as it sits a minute.
    • Spread the chocolate in the center of the top of the cake in a nice circle.
    • After the chocolate cools a bit - take a spoon and with the back of the bowl - tap the chocolate and pull up into little peaks. They will hold themselves up.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1SliceCalories: 335kcalCarbohydrates: 53gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 177mgPotassium: 247mgFiber: 4gSugar: 34gVitamin A: 20IUCalcium: 53mgIron: 1.6mg
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

    This is very rich and decadent, as I have said, and you can cut the torte into 12 slices but we indulge sometimes and only get 8 slices. A restaurant would get 12 slices out of it.

    IF FREEZING:

    After the cake has cooled you may freeze the cake or leftovers pieces in any of the methods shown in my article How to Freeze Food.

    It will defrost quickly so it really doesn't take any planning.

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    1. Julie

      November 01, 2020 at 9:31 am

      5 stars
      This cake was so delicious. It was actually fun to make too because of all of the unusual ingredients.

    2. Pris

      March 05, 2021 at 4:25 pm

      I don't have access to dates 😣 is there anything I can use in place of that? I need to make this deliciousness!

    3. Ginny McMeans

      March 05, 2021 at 11:07 pm

      I think dried cherries would be the closest substitution Pris. Dates would absolutely be the best though. Can you order them through the Internet?

    4. Connie Fifer

      March 09, 2021 at 11:42 am

      I haven't tried this yet (just received it today), BUT I can guarantee once I looked at it and saw how user friendly the ingredients are, I printed it out and it is on my list to make the next time I need a special something. But, of course, I should try to make it just for the two of us first just to make sure.........right??? Thanks so much for posting this beautiful recipe!!!

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