Sachertorte
Sachertorte is Austria’s most famous chocolate cake, featuring a rich chocolate sponge layered with apricot jam and coated in a glossy dark chocolate glaze. Perfect for special occasions or as an indulgent treat!
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Electric mixer
- 9x9-inch baking pan
- Saucepan
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 7 oz dark chocolate at least 55% cocoa, chopped
- 0.75 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar sifted
- 6 large eggs separated
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour sifted
- 0.5 cup apricot jam for filling
- 1 cup granulated sugar for glaze
- 0.5 cup water for glaze
- 5 oz dark chocolate for glaze, finely chopped
Instructions
- Melt 7 oz of dark chocolate over a double boiler or in short bursts in the microwave. Let it cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, cream the butter and powdered sugar until fluffy. Add the egg yolks one at a time, then mix in the melted chocolate and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gradually fold them into the chocolate mixture.
- Gently fold in the sifted flour until fully incorporated.
- Pour the batter into a greased and parchment-lined 9-inch cake pan. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45 minutes. Let the cake cool completely before slicing.
- Once cooled, slice the cake in half horizontally. Warm the apricot jam slightly and spread half between the layers and the rest over the top and sides.
- In a saucepan, bring sugar and water to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and add the chopped chocolate, stirring until smooth.
- Pour the warm chocolate glaze over the cake, spreading evenly with a spatula. Let it set at room temperature for 30 minutes, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours.
Notes
- Optional Equipment: A cake turntable can help with smooth glazing.
- Customization: Use bittersweet chocolate for a deeper flavor.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Serving Tip: Let the cake sit at room temperature for 20 minutes before serving.