Place 1 pieces of cake on serving plate. In medium bowl stir together
powdered sugar. In medium bowl stir together sugar, mascarpone cheese (or
cream cheese) and vanilla. Stir in 2 ounces grated chocolate. Spread half
of filling on top of cake on serving plate. Repeat layering; top with third
cake layer. In chilled large mixing bowl beat chilled whipping cream at
high speed until soft peaks form (1 to 2 minutes). Continue beating,
gradually adding 2 tablespoons syrup until stiff peaks form (2 to 3
minutes). Spread 1 cup whipped cream on top of cake; sprinkle with
remaining grated chocolate. Pipe or spread remaining whipped cream on side
of cake.
Garnish with chocolate covered coffee beans. Refrigerate at least 3 hours.
To serve, cut torte into 8 slices; cut each slice in half. Store
refrigerated. Yield 16 serving.
