Chocolate Espresso-Nut Torte

Ingredients (14)

• 5 large eggs, separated
• 1 teaspoon baking cocoa
• 1 cup hazelnuts, toasted and skins removed
• 3 tablespoons dark brown sugar
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 2/3 cup sugar
• 6 ounces bittersweet chocolate, melted and cooled
• 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder
• 1 teaspoon almond extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• GANACHE:
• 6 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
• 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1/2 cup finely chopped almonds, toasted