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Sacher Torte - Viennese dessert

Sacher Torte is an iconic Viennese dessert and one of the most famous cakes in the world. This cake consists of a dense chocolate sponge layered with thin apricot jam. Covered in a glossy chocolate glaze, the recipe was created in 1832 by young Franz Sacher for Prince Metternich. The original version is still served at Hotel Sacher in Vienna.

Sacher Torte - Viennese dessert
  • Sacher Torte was invented in 1832 by sixteen-year-old apprentice Franz Sacher in Vienna.
  • Hotel Sacher and Demel pastry shop fought a legal battle over the original recipe for years.
  • An authentic Sacher Torte contains two layers of apricot jam and a chocolate glaze.
  • The cake is traditionally served with a dollop of unsweetened whipped cream on the side.
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