Chocolate Hazelnut Torte with Salted Caramel and Citrus
This Chocolate Hazelnut Torte with Salted Caramel and Citrus is a rich and elegant dessert featuring deep chocolate flavor, nutty hazelnuts, silky salted caramel, and a bright citrus finish. Perfect for special occasions, this indulgent torte balances decadence with freshness for a truly unforgettable treat.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30–35 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 8–10 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European-Inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Torte:
- 200g dark chocolate (60–70% cocoa)
- 1 cup hazelnuts (toasted and finely ground)
- ½ cup butter
- ¾ cup sugar
- 4 eggs
- 2 tbsp flour (optional, for slightly lighter texture)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp orange or lemon zest
For the Salted Caramel:
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ cup butter
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½–1 tsp sea salt
Optional Garnish:
- Citrus zest
- Chopped hazelnuts
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Prepare Hazelnuts:
Toast hazelnuts in the oven until fragrant. Rub off skins and grind finely. - Melt Chocolate:
Melt dark chocolate and butter together over low heat until smooth. Let cool slightly. - Mix Batter:
Whisk eggs and sugar until pale and slightly thickened. Stir in melted chocolate, vanilla, and citrus zest. - Add Dry Ingredients:
Fold in ground hazelnuts and flour (if using) until just combined. - Bake:
Pour into a lined cake pan and bake at 175°C (350°F) for 30–35 minutes. Center should be slightly soft. Cool completely. - Make Salted Caramel:
Heat sugar until melted and amber. Carefully add butter, then cream while whisking. Stir in sea salt and cool. - Assemble:
Place torte on a serving plate, drizzle with salted caramel, and garnish with citrus zest and hazelnuts.
Notes
Do not overbake—center should remain slightly soft.Use high-quality chocolate for best flavor.Grind hazelnuts carefully to avoid turning into paste.Citrus zest balances richness—don’t skip it.
