Chocolate Hazelnut Cake
Chocolate Hazelnut Cake is a decadent dessert that beautifully marries rich chocolate with the delightful crunch of hazelnuts. This moist and flavorful cake is perfect for any occasion, from casual gatherings to festive celebrations. With its enticing aroma and melt-in-your-mouth texture, it’s sure to impress friends and family alike. Bake this indulgent treat and savor each delicious slice!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 10 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup toasted hazelnuts (chopped)
- ½ cup chocolate hazelnut spread (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two round cake pans.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar until well combined.
- In another bowl, beat eggs, milk, and vegetable oil until smooth; gradually add this mixture to the dry ingredients and stir gently until combined.
- Fold in chopped toasted hazelnuts.
- Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool in pans for ten minutes before transferring to wire racks. Once cooled, frost with chocolate hazelnut spread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 45mg