Sacher torte is a famous chocolate cake that originated in Vienna, Austria in 1832. It is made with a dense chocolate sponge cake, layered with a smooth apricot jam, and covered in a rich dark chocolate icing. Traditionally, it is served with a dollop of whipped cream on the side. The cake was created by Franz Sacher, a 16-year-old apprentice chef, for Prince Wenzel von Metternich. Over the years, Sacher torte has become a symbol of Austrian culinary heritage and is enjoyed by many around the world, often found in cafes and bakeries in Vienna.