3x 400 gr Caprice greek chocolate rolls chocolate rolls chocolate rolls from Greece 1.2 kg + tasting tray 10 ml olive oil from Crete

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Decorate torta Caprese when it’s very cold. If you add the icing sugar while it’s still hot, the sugar will be sop up by the surface. Then sprinkle torta caprese with plenty of icing sugar. You can store Torta Caprese at room temperature covered with plastic wrap to keep it fresh for 3-4 days. We tested this recipe to get it as close to the ones we had in Capri and we're VERY happy with the results! Plus, dark chocolate isn’t just a tasty indulgence; it’s rich in antioxidants, making it a treat you can feel good about enjoying. Perfect as a gift or as a personal treat, our selection of Greek chocolates is versatile enough for any occasion. From dinner parties to quiet evenings at home, these chocolates add a sweet finishing touch that’s genuinely Greek.

In 1920, in a small pastry shop in the Island of Capri, a chef, whose name was Carmine di Fiore, unintentionally created this luscious Neapolitan masterpiece: Torta Caprese. Line and grease your cake tin - this is another important step to ensure the torta caprese can be removed with ease. Step 1: break up chocolate and melt it over a double boiler. To make a double boiler, place water in a saucepan and bring to a low boil. Place bowl of chocolate over the water, without touching the water. Step 3) - Add the egg yolk to the butter and whisk until combined. Add the ground almonds and stir them into the mixture using a spatula or wooden spoon (photos 5 & 6). You can trust that this recipe has been tested and perfected! It was even a 2022 Golden Recipe contest winner so you know it's going to be great!Prepare your cake tin - grease an 8.5 inch springform cake tin lightly with butter and line the bottom with parchment paper so you can remove the cake with ease. Step 5) - Next, using a clean electric whisk, whisk the egg whites and lemon juice to soft peaks. Add ¼ cup of sugar a little at a time whilst continuing to whisk until the eggs form stiff peaks. They should be glossy like meringue (photos 9-12). Torta Caprese (aka Caprese cake) is made with ground almonds instead of flour which gives it a rich, dense and addictively delicious texture it also makes it naturally gluten-free so if you're avoiding gluten this cake is a MUST.

You can serve this cake on its own or with a side of berries. Alternatively, you can serve Torta Caprese with a dollop of whipped cream and chocolate shavings. Expert TipsYes, it’s possible to freeze caprese cake. We recommend cutting it into slices and freezing them separately. Thaw at room temperature, dust with powdered sugar and serve. A Flourless Cake So, if you are looking for a light and fudge-like cake that's simple and delicious, then you have to make this Torta Caprese recipe! Ingredients Step 4) - Add the melted chocolate to the almond mixture and stir until thoroughly combined (photos 7 & 8). Step 2) - Using an electric whisk, cream the butter with ½ cup of sugar together in a separate bowl until light and fluffy (photos 3 & 4). Separate the eggs - carefully separate the egg yolks and white in seperate bowls making sure no yolk gets into the white (the other way round is fine).