Sacher Torte

dont let its simplicity fool you.
Does Sacher torte have nuts?
Traditional Sacher torte doesnt have nuts. But over the years chefs around the world have added their personal touches to this elegant dessert. If you want to gild the lily by adding nuts place toasted sliced almonds on the top or side of the Sacher torte after frosting it. To toast the almonds bake them in a shallow pan at 350 for 510 minutes or cook them in a skillet over low heat until lightly browned stirring occasionally.
Can I freeze Sacher torte?
Sacher torte freezes well for up to 6 months if you store it properly. To 
freeze a cake
like this place it uncut and uncovered directly in the freezer. Once its partially frozen which takes at least an hour cover it with freezer paper or plastic wrap and return it to the freezer. To thaw in a home thats below 70 remove the wrapping and let it stand at room temperature. If the temperature in your home is warmer than that its best to thaw it in the refrigerator.

Whats the traditional decoration for Sacher torte?
Walk into any bakery in Austria and youll have no doubt about which desserts are the Sacher tortesthey literally have the name Sacher written on top of them in ganache. If you feel up to the challenge give this a try. Otherwise a simple swirl of ganache on the outside will taste just as good.
Nutrition Facts
1 piece 415 calories 21g fat 9g saturated fat 52mg cholesterol 281mg sodium 44g carbohydrate 30g sugars 2g fiber 5g protein.