Chocolate Espresso Hazelnut Frozen Torte
Did I really say that? Chocolate espresso hazelnut frozen torte? Yes, I did. And you are going to love this one. It is pretty easy to put together if you make the hazelnut butter in advance. And since there are avocados in the filling in stead of coconut oil and cashews, you are going to get a little lighter tort that has a healthier nutrition profile.
Don’t get me wrong, this is a dessert and should be treated as such. It does contain fat. But at least you can gain some comfort that you are not eating empty calories. Cacao is full of fiber, magnesium and antioxidants. Avocados are full of healthy fat, fiber, vitamins and minerals and they have protein! A little goes a long way with this torte so keep those slices small if you are worried about your waistline.
Enjoy this chocolate torte. It’s a tasty one!
Espresso Powder
I am using some espresso powder in this recipe. It is optional. If you are a purist, you can eliminate it, But it adds a beautiful depth of flavor to the tort. So depending on your preferences, you make the call. I love healthy recipes but I also love what a little bit of flavor can do to a recipe.
Triple Chocolate Espresso Hazelnut Frozen Torte
Serves 8-10
Crust
- 1/2 cup almonds
- 1/2 cup cacao powder
- 4 dates, soaked until soft
- Place all ingredients in food processor. Pulse until coarsely chopped.
- Press into 7-inch spring form pan. Set aside. (I love this one: 7″ Spring Form Pan )
Filling
- 2 avocados
- 1/2 cup hazelnut butter (You will find a great tutorial here: Making Nut Butters)
- 1 cup hazelnut milk (you can use almond milk)
- 1/2 cup cacao powder
- 1/2 cup raw, organic agave syrup or liquid sweetener of choice
- 1 tablespoon instant espresso powder* (This is what you are looking for: Instant Espresso)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/4 teaspoon himalayan sea salt (I use freshly ground)
- Place all ingredients in food processor or high-speed blender. Blend until smooth. Pour over crust and freeze until set.
Ganache
- 1/2 cup organic raw agave syrup or liquid sweetener of choice
- 1/2 cup cacao powder
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 3/4 cup hazelnuts, chopped
- 2 teaspoons espresso powder*
- Whisk together agave, cacao, and coconut oil.
- Stir in 1/2 cup hazelnuts and pour over partially frozen cake and top with remaining hazelnuts.
- Freeze until set.
- Remove and let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
*The espresso powder is there for flavor only. It can be easily omitted without affecting anything but the flavor.
Susan wrote on December 30, 2014
No…Wordpress just did an update and apparently it is causing issues. We will be on it right away.
Nika wrote on December 30, 2014
I can’t see the recipe, did u removed it?
Kristina wrote on December 10, 2014
Hi, looks amazing. Was just wondering if you could tell me the exact dimensions of this Torte (height, diameter, what size inch tin you used, etc) and also how thick in cm the hazelnut filling is? It would be very much appreciated as I think it’s a lovely recipe and would like to incorporate recipes similar but not identical to the base and filling into a Torte I’m making for an assessment at Uni.
Thanks
Susan wrote on December 11, 2014
Hi, Kristina,
There is a link to the spring form pan I used in the recipe. I am not sure exactly how tall it was or how thick in cm the filling was. Cheers!
Cassandra wrote on November 11, 2014
Thank you for your passion! These recipes are fantastic and the way they are presented is quite simply the best I’ve encountered in the world of raw food. You’ve certainly mastered the art of food and the sharing of it- if it wasn’t for this website we would never know the real joy of sharing amazing cake, among other things. I don’t like to gush, but it’s about time I gave what I can of my gratitude, until the day when I can afford to buy all your books. Thanks Susan, you powerhouse of gloriously good food.
christine wrote on November 1, 2014
oh this looks and sounds great – I love avocados in desserts – I have friends who think I’m insane when I say so … mmm!
Susan wrote on November 3, 2014
Thanks, Christine! I hope you like this one too!
Marama wrote on August 31, 2014
Wow this is so easy to make and so delicious. Loved it and my kids also loved it especially
the middle layer. The only problem was the base it wasnt moist enough so didn’t stick together.
I think next time might need a few more dates. There will definately be a next time.
Susan wrote on August 31, 2014
Thanks, Marama, Next time if your crust is a little dry, you can always add a little water, too. There are always variants. Cheers!
Teffy Perk wrote on August 12, 2014
Oh wow, this look so so good!!
I love hazelnut, and I love chocolate. Mixing the both is just the best thing ever.
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Susan wrote on August 21, 2014
Thanks, Teffy!
Samantha wrote on August 11, 2014
I think I just drooled a little. This looks so delicious, I can’t wait to try it! Anything with raw-chocolate-hazelnut in is absolutely a winner with me! Yum yum yum!!!
Susan wrote on August 21, 2014
So glad you like it, Samantha! Cheers!