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Our Most Elegant Torte Recipes
Updated on Jan. 05, 2022
Brownie Torte
My mother-in-law first shared this recipe, and now it’s often requested for birthdays and other special occasions. I like to serve it at Christmastime on an antique platter surrounded by ornaments for decoration. —Candace McClure, Brookville, Indiana
1/29
2/29
Spumoni Torte
Total Time
55 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I made up this recipe to end a big Italian Christmas Eve dinner. I thought it would be nice and light after a heavy meal. The cake frosts the best when it's been stored in the freezer for a day. —Lynne Ogg, East Bethel, Minnesota
3/29
Raspberry Fudge Torte
Total Time
55 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This special-occasion cake impresses all who see and taste it. People are surprised to hear that this torte starts with a simple cake mix—they're sure I bought it at a bakery. —Julie Hein, York, Pennsylvania
4/29
Minted Chocolate Torte
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Our family has enjoyed this remarkable layered cake for years. It's a favorite for many occasions. —Barbara Humiston, Tampa, Florida
5/29
Chocolate Espresso-Nut Torte
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
14 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I love chocolate and nuts, and they come together deliciously in this torte. Serve it with sweetened whipped cream or your favorite ice cream. —Thomas Faglon, Somerset, New Jersey
6/29
Strawberries & Cream Torte
Total Time
40 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This festive strawberries and cream summer treat is one of my mom's favorites. It wows guests every time yet is simple to make. —Cathy Branciaroli, Wilmington, Delaware
7/29
Sacher Torte
Total Time
55 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Guests will be surprised to hear that this Sacher torte recipe starts with a convenient cake mix. Each bite features chocolate, almonds and apricots. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
8/29
Butter Pecan Ice Cream Torte
Total Time
50 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A simple, nutty crust and smooth caramel sauce are all the preparation required for this impressive dessert. It will keep in the freezer for one month—just be sure to wrap tightly. —Judy Wilson, Sun City West, Arizona
9/29
Cherry-Coconut Chocolate Torte
Total Time
50 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This torte reminds me of two favorite treats: chocolate covered cherries and old-fashioned Cherry Mash candy bars. —Dian Hicks Carlson, Omaha, Nebraska
10/29
Special Raspberry Torte
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
With raspberry preserves, a burst of lemon and a homemade buttercream frosting, this berry-topped cake always gets rave reviews. It’s my mom’s absolute favorite. —Lori Lee Daniels, Beverly, West Virginia
11/29
Pumpkin Torte
Total Time
55 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This beautiful layered cake has a creamy filling with a mild pumpkin flavor and a little spice. It is quick and always turns out so well. The nuts and caramel topping add a nice finishing touch. —Trixie Fisher, Piqua, Ohio
12/29
Chocolate Lover's Mousse Torte
Total Time
55 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
With layer after luscious layer of creamy filling and cake, Chocolate Lover’s Mousse Torte proves irresistible every time. —Brenda Fisher, Stella, Missouri
13/29
White Chocolate Christmas Torte
Total Time
1 hour 20 min
Servings
15 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Talk about a scene-stealer! This raspberry-filled cake, an exceptional dessert for any meal, is an especially lovely ending for a holiday feast. —Carol Gillespie, Chambersburg, Pennsylvania
14/29
Black Forest Chocolate Torte
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
If you're thinking about pulling out all the stops for a dessert that says wow, look no further. This cherry-crowned beauty—stacked layers of chocolate cake and cream filling—will have everyone talking. —Doris Grotz, York, Nebraska
15/29
Old-Fashioned Rhubarb Torte
Total Time
55 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Rhubarb is probably one of the hardiest plants, especially in northern states like mine. It has a tart taste to it, which we really enjoy in our family. Every time I've served this rhubarb torte to someone who's never had it before, I wind up writing out the recipe for them—and it's my pleasure to share it! -Katherine Kambach, Selby, South Dakota
16/29
Triple Chocolate Mousse Cake
Total Time
55 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When it's too hot to bake something sweet but you're craving chocolate, my chocolaty mousse tart is all you need. Stack up the layers any way you like. —Samantha Hernandez, Vacaville, California
17/29
Chocolate Bavarian Torte
Total Time
45 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Whenever I take this eye-catching torte to a potluck, I get so many requests for the recipe. —Edith Holmstrom, Madison, Wisconsin
18/29
Pineapple Breeze Torte
Total Time
30 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This lovely torte features ladyfingers, a creamy filling and a crushed pineapple topping. It's a special treat for my large family and a must at Christmas. —Barbara Joyner, Franklin, Virginia
19/29
Creamy Mocha Frozen Dessert
Total Time
20 min
Servings
24 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Light as a feather, this cool, satisfying dessert is delicious and impressive to serve. It's an excellent dessert to take to a potluck because it can be made ahead and stored in the freezer. —Launa Shoemaker, Landrum, South Carolina
20/29
Strawberry Walnut Torte
Total Time
55 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is a special treat I love to make and everyone looks forward to a nice slice with lots of fresh berries. —Bonnie Malloy, Norwood, Pennsylvania
21/29
Strawberry-Chocolate Meringue Torte
Total Time
1 hour 55 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I make this rich and delicious torte whenever I'm asked to bring dessert to any occasion. Use reduced-calorie whipped topping to create a lighter version. —Christine McCullough Auburn, Massachusetts
22/29
Frozen Grasshopper Torte
Total Time
25 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I first made this minty cool torte for a ladies' meeting at our church. I’m still making it, and the compliments keep coming. —Elma Penner, Oak Bluff, Manitoba
23/29
Mocha Hazelnut Torte
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I make this cake on birthdays and other special occasions because it looks and tastes so amazing. The combination of mild hazelnut and coffee flavors is impossible to resist. —Christina Pope, Speedway, Indiana
24/29
Chocolate & Coconut Cream Torte
Total Time
35 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My grandmother passed this recipe down to me years ago and now I make it for my own grandchildren. When preparing, make sure the chocolate layer is properly chilled before adding the next layer, or the coconut will sink into it. —Jason Purkey, Ocean City, Maryland
25/29
Toffee-Mocha Cream Torte
Total Time
50 min
Servings
14 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When you really want to impress someone, this scrumptious torte is just the thing to make! Instant coffee granules give the moist chocolate cake a mild mocha flavor, while the fluffy whipped cream layers, blended with brown sugar and crunchy toffee bits, are deliciously rich. —Lynn Rogers, Richfield, North Carolina
26/29
Berries & Cream Torte
Total Time
50 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
It's so easy to see why this fruity dessert always impresses dinner guests. I sometimes substitute the berries with sliced bananas.—Tina Sawchuk, Ardmore, Alberta
27/29
Chocolate Pecan Torte
Total Time
1 hour 20 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This impressive dessert looks lovely on a buffet table. It takes some time to prepare, but it’s worth the effort. —Lois Schlickau, Haven, Kansas
28/29
Red, White ‘n’ Blue Torte
Total Time
10 min
Servings
8 pieces
From the Recipe Creator:
My guests see fireworks when I turn a frozen pound cake into a patriotic pleaser! Assemble this tempting torte early in the day and keep it in the refrigerator until it's time for dessert. —Margery Bryan, Moses Lake, Washington
29/29
Praline Pumpkin Torte
Total Time
55 min
Servings
14 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Homemade pralines, big poufs of whipped cream and spiced cake make this torte
decadent to the last bite. It's perfect for an autumn day. —Esther Sinn, Princeton, Illinois
