A classic, vintage torte with a unique, chewy texture. This flourless dessert gets its structure from crushed soda crackers and beaten egg whites, and is packed with chopped nuts.
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Recipe
| Measurements | Ingredients |
|---|---|
| 3 | Eggs, Separated |
| 1 Cup | Sugar |
| ¾ Cup | Chopped Nuts (e.g., Walnuts, Pecans) |
| ¾ Cup | Crushed Soda Crackers (about 18-20 crackers) |
| ½ Teaspoon | Baking Powder |
| Dash | Salt |
| For Serving | Tart Jam, Whipped Cream, or Fruit |
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch pie plate or round cake pan.
- In a medium bowl, combine the three egg yolks, sugar, chopped nuts, crushed soda crackers, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
- In a separate, clean bowl, beat the three egg whites with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the yolk mixture in three additions until just combined and no white streaks remain.
- Pour the batter into the greased pan or pie plate.
- Bake for 30 minutes. The torte will puff up and be golden brown.
- Let the torte cool completely in the pan.
- To serve, spread with tart jam or top with whipped cream and fresh fruit.
