Torta Di Torrone Alla Cremonese (cremona Torrone Cake)

Torta di Torrone alla Cremonese, or Cremona Torrone Cake, is a traditional dessert from the Lombardy region of Italy. This decadent cake is made with the famous Cremona torrone, a nougat confection made with honey, sugar, egg whites, and toasted almonds.

Torta Di Torrone Alla Cremonese (cremona Torrone Cake)

Ingredients

  • 300g Cremona torrone, chopped
  • 150g all-purpose flour
  • 150g unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 eggs
  • 100g granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 9-inch cake pan.
  2. In a bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Gently fold in the chopped torrone until evenly distributed in the batter.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  7. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
8g
Fat
15g

Supplies

9-inch cake pan Mixing bowls Electric mixer Spatula Wire rack

Tools

Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve the Torta di Torrone alla Cremonese with a dollop of whipped cream and a drizzle of honey for an extra indulgent treat.

Tips & tricks

Make sure to chop the torrone into small pieces to ensure even distribution throughout the cake batter.

Cost

$15