Flourless Chocolate-orange Torte

1. For the torte: Heat oven to 325°F. Line an 8-inch cake pan with waxed paper.

2. Using a wooden spoon, cream margarine and sugar substitute together in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Whisk in egg yolks.

3. Stir in almonds, matzoh meal, chocolate, vanilla, zest, and orange juice (batter will be thick).

4. In another large bowl, with an electric mixer at high speed, beat egg whites until they form stiff peaks.

5. Gently fold whites into chocolate batter. Turn batter into pan and bake until a tester inserted in the center comes out clean, 40 to 45 minutes.

6. Cool torte in the pan on a wire rack for 5 minutes, then turn out onto the rack and cool for another 30 minutes.

7. For the glaze: When the torte has cooled, combine half-and-half and chocolate chips in a small saucepan.

8. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until chocolate is melted and mixture is slightly thickened, 2 to 3 minutes.

9. Remove from heat and let stand for 2 minutes. Spread glaze over top of cake. Garnish with sliced almonds, if using.

Chef's Note & Story

This memorable torte is chocolaty goodness, with the addition of orange for extra sweetness.