When it comes to comforting desserts that bring warmth and nostalgia, there’s nothing quite like a delicious slice of Knopperstorte. This delightful treat combines layers of rich chocolate, crunchy hazelnuts, and smooth cream for a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Perfect for any gathering or simply as a sweet indulgence for yourself, Sadis Knopperstorte is sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection.
**Sadis Knopperstorte**
**Ingredients:**
– 200g dark chocolate, chopped
– 150g unsalted butter
– 200g hazelnuts, finely chopped
– 4 eggs, separated
– 150g sugar, divided
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 250ml heavy cream
– 2 tbsp powdered sugar
– Cocoa powder for dusting
**Instructions:**
1. **Prepare the Chocolate Base:**
– Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan. Line the base with parchment paper.
– In a heatproof bowl, melt the dark chocolate and butter together over a double boiler or in the microwave. Stir until smooth and set aside to cool slightly.
– In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks with 100g of sugar until pale and fluffy. Stir in the vanilla extract.
– Fold the melted chocolate mixture into the egg yolks until well combined.
– In a clean, dry bowl, whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gradually add the remaining 50g of sugar and continue to whisk until glossy.
– Gently fold the egg whites into the chocolate mixture until no white streaks remain.
– Fold in half of the chopped hazelnuts until evenly distributed.
– Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
– Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the top is set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
– Remove from the oven and let the cake cool completely in the pan.
2. **Assemble the Knopperstorte:**
– Once the chocolate base has cooled, carefully remove it from the cake pan and place it on a serving plate.
– Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
– Spread a generous layer of whipped cream over the top of the chocolate base.
– Sprinkle the remaining chopped hazelnuts over the cream layer.
– Place another layer of the chocolate base on top of the hazelnuts and press gently to secure.
– Repeat the process of spreading whipped cream, sprinkling hazelnuts, and adding another layer of chocolate base until all layers are used.
– Finish with a final layer of whipped cream on top and sprinkle with cocoa powder for decoration.
Enjoy the decadent layers of chocolate, hazelnuts, and cream in every bite of Sadis Knopperstorte. This exquisite dessert is perfect for special occasions, afternoon tea, or as a delightful surprise for your loved ones. Share the joy of this indulgent treat and create lasting memories around the table.
