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Torta

A delicious layered cake that can be filled with various ingredients such as fruits, creams, or savory fillings, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Cake Base
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
Filling
  • 1 cup fresh fruit such as berries or sliced peaches
  • 1 cup whipped cream for layering

Method
 

Prepare the Cake
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a baking pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Assemble the Torta
  1. Once the cake is completely cool, slice it horizontally into two layers.
  2. Place one layer on a serving plate and spread half of the whipped cream over it.
  3. Top with half of the fresh fruit, then place the second layer of cake on top.
  4. Spread the remaining whipped cream on top and decorate with the remaining fruit.
  5. Chill the torta in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This torta can be customized with different fillings such as chocolate ganache, custard, or even savory ingredients for a unique twist.

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