Ingredients with Measurements:
- 500g cream cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup salted caramel sauce
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup coffee liqueur
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 24 chocolate wafer cookies
- 1/4 cup chopped dark chocolate
Special equipment needed:
- 9-inch springform pan
- Electric mixer
- Plastic wrap
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
2. Add the heavy cream and beat until well combined.
3. Add the sugar, salted caramel sauce, cocoa powder, coffee liqueur, milk, and salt. Beat until all ingredients are well combined.
4. Line the bottom of the springform pan with plastic wrap.
5. Dip each chocolate wafer cookie into the mixture and place them in a single layer on the bottom of the pan.
6. Spread a layer of the cream cheese mixture over the cookies.
7. Repeat the process with another layer of cookies and cream cheese mixture.
8. Continue layering until you have used all the cookies and cream cheese mixture.
9. Cover the pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
10. Before serving, remove the plastic wrap and sprinkle chopped dark chocolate on top.
Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 0 minutes
Chilling time: 4 hours or overnight
Temperature:
Refrigerate at 4°C
Serving size:
8-10 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 450
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 19g
Cholesterol: 100mg
Sodium: 350mg
Carbohydrates: 37g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 28g
Protein: 6g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Coffee liqueur can be substituted with 1/4 cup strong coffee.
- Salted caramel sauce can be substituted with regular caramel sauce.
Variations:
- Add chopped nuts or dried fruits to the cream cheese mixture.
- Use different flavors of wafer cookies, such as vanilla or chocolate hazelnut.
- Drizzle additional caramel sauce on top before serving.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing.
- Dip the cookies quickly into the mixture to prevent them from getting too soggy.
- Use a spatula to spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cookies.
- Chill the Chocotorta for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld together.
Storage instructions:
Cover the Chocotorta with plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Chocotorta is best served chilled, but can be left at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before serving.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the Chocotorta on a cake stand or plate. Drizzle additional caramel sauce on top and sprinkle with chopped nuts or cocoa powder.
Garnishes:
Chopped nuts, cocoa powder, or additional caramel sauce.
Pairings:
Serve with a cup of coffee or a glass of milk.
Suggested side dishes:
Fresh fruit or a side salad.
Troubleshooting advice:
If the Chocotorta is too soft, chill it for a longer period of time. If it's too firm, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving.
Food safety advice:
Make sure all ingredients are fresh and properly stored. Wash hands and surfaces frequently during preparation.
Food history:
Chocotorta is a popular Argentine dessert made with chocolate wafer cookies and cream cheese. It was first introduced in the 1980s and has since become a staple dessert in Argentina.
Flavor profiles:
Rich, creamy, and chocolatey with a hint of salted caramel.
Serving suggestions:
Serve chilled and enjoy as a decadent dessert or a sweet treat after dinner.
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