torte
cake
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A torte is a rich cake made with many eggs, often incorporating grated nuts or dry bread crumbs, and typically finished with a dense frosting. While "cake" is a broad term for various baked goods, tortes are a specific type found across Europe, frequently featuring multiple thin layers filled with nuts, fruit, cream, or chocolate. The term "torte" itself has roots in German and French, ultimately deriving from Latin words for a round loaf.12
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