The Perfect Christmas Dessert

Kick-off with an irresistible dessert that will make your Christmas celebrations even more special. Jamie's quick and easy chocolate torte is the perfect indulgence for the holiday season.

Made with rich and velvety chocolate, this decadent dessert will satisfy your sweet tooth and leave your guests wanting more. It's a show-stopping centerpiece that will impress everyone at your Christmas dinner.

Whether you're a skilled baker or just starting out, Jamie's recipe is designed to be approachable and straightforward. You don't need any fancy equipment or complicated techniques to create this delicious dessert. It's all about simplicity and taste.

Follow along with Jamie as he shares his step-by-step process for making the ultimate Christmas chocolate torte. From mixing the batter to baking and decorating, he'll guide you through each stage of the process.

Get ready to wow your family and friends with this mouthwatering dessert that brings together the flavors of Christmas and chocolate in one heavenly bite.

Jamie's Chocolate Torte Batter

Ingredients

Before you start baking, make sure you have all the necessary ingredients. Here's what you'll need for Jamie's Christmas chocolate torte recipe:

- 200g dark chocolate

- 200g unsalted butter

- 200g sugar

- 4 eggs

- 50g all-purpose flour

- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

- Pinch of salt

- Whipped cream and fresh berries for serving

Ingredients for Chocolate Torte

Instructions

Now that you have all your ingredients ready, let's dive into the step-by-step instructions for making the perfect Christmas chocolate torte:

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a round cake tin and line the bottom with parchment paper.

2. Melt the dark chocolate and unsalted butter in a heatproof bowl over a pan of simmering water. Stir until smooth and well-combined. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.

4. Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture to the egg mixture, stirring constantly. Mix until smooth and glossy.

5. Sift in the all-purpose flour and salt. Gently fold the flour into the chocolate mixture until just combined.

6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the torte is set on the edges but still slightly gooey in the center.

7. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely in the tin. Once cooled, carefully remove the torte from the tin and transfer it to a serving plate.

8. Decorate the chocolate torte with whipped cream and fresh berries. Get creative and add some holiday-themed decorations like edible gold dust or chocolate shavings.

9. Serve slices of the chocolate torte to your guests and watch their faces light up with delight.

Now you have all the knowledge and techniques to create the most delicious and festive chocolate torte for Christmas. Enjoy and happy holidays!

Preparing the Cake Tin