Chocolate-Hazelnut Macaroon Torte
INGREDIENTS
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Serves 8 generously, and up to 12 or possibly even 16 in thin slices (which is what is always demanded at our gatherings, where there are multiple desserts)
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Macaroons
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Oil or butter for greasing parchment rounds
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1 cup plus 2 tablespoons (225 grams) granulated sugar
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6 large egg whites
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2 1/2 cups hazelnuts (about 12 ounces or 340 grams), toasted, then skinned as much as possible*
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1/4 teaspoon table salt
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1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract**
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Chocolate filling
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6 ounces (170 grams or the equivalent of 1 cup chips) bittersweet chocolate, coarsely chopped
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1/4 cup water
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1 teaspoon instant coffee or espresso granules (optional)
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Whipped frosting and filling
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1 1/2 cups chilled heavy or whipping cream
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3 tablespoons granulated sugar
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1 tablespoon Frangelico or another hazelnut liqueur or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract**
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Decoration
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A semi- or bittersweet chocolate bar for shaving (optional)
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