Flourless Chocolate Cake with Toasted Hazelnuts and Brandied Cherries
"This over-the-top cake has impressive looks and moistness. Start the cherries ahead: They soak in brandy for a week and then in syrup for at least two days...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 750-ml bottle brandy
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1 1/2 cups dried tart cherries
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1 cup water
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1 cup sugar
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10 ounces bittersweet or semisweet chocolate, chopped
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1 1/4 cups (2 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, diced
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10 large egg yolks
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1/2 cup plus 6 tablespoons sugar
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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9 large egg whites
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8 ounces bittersweet or semisweet chocolate, chopped
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1 cup heavy whipping cream
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1 1/2 cups hazelnuts, toasted, coarsely chopped
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Whipped cream
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