Name: Chocolate Hazelnut Delight Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 2 h 25 min
Cuisine: International
Ingredients: 200g dark chocolate; 150g butter; 150g sugar; 4 eggs; 100g flour; 200ml cream; 100g hazelnuts; 50g cocoa powder; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 200g chocolate ganache; 100g chocolate balls

Why Make This Recipe

Chocolate Hazelnut Delight Cake is a wonderful treat for anyone who loves chocolate and hazelnuts. This cake is rich, moist, and has a delightful crunch from the hazelnuts. It’s perfect for birthdays, special occasions, or just to satisfy your sweet tooth. If you want to impress your friends and family, this cake is sure to do the trick!

How to Make Chocolate Hazelnut Delight Cake

Ingredients:

200g dark chocolate
150g butter
150g sugar
4 eggs
100g flour
200ml cream
100g hazelnuts
50g cocoa powder
1 tsp vanilla extract
200g chocolate ganache
100g chocolate balls

Directions:

Start by melting the dark chocolate and butter together in a bowl. You can use a microwave or a double boiler for this.
In a separate bowl, mix sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Gradually add the flour and cocoa powder to the egg mixture and mix well.
Fold the melted chocolate and butter mixture into the batter carefully.
Pour the mixture into a greased cake tin.
Bake the cake in a preheated oven at 180°C for about 25 minutes.
Once baked, let the cake cool completely.
Next, spread the cream evenly over the cooled cake.
Sprinkle the chopped hazelnuts on top for added crunch.
Cover the cake with chocolate ganache and decorate it with chocolate balls.
Chill the cake in the refrigerator for 2 hours before serving.

How to Serve Chocolate Hazelnut Delight Cake

Serve the Chocolate Hazelnut Delight Cake chilled. You can cut it into slices and enjoy it with a cup of coffee or tea. This cake pairs well with a scoop of vanilla ice cream as well!

How to Store Chocolate Hazelnut Delight Cake

Store the Chocolate Hazelnut Delight Cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator. This will help keep it fresh for up to a week. If you want to keep it longer, you can freeze it. Just make sure to wrap it well so it doesn’t get freezer burn.

Tips to Make Chocolate Hazelnut Delight Cake

Ensure your ingredients are at room temperature for the best mixing results.
Don’t overmix when folding in the melted chocolate and butter; this helps keep the cake light.
If you want a more intense chocolate flavor, use high-quality dark chocolate.

Variation

You can try using different types of nuts, such as walnuts or almonds, instead of hazelnuts. If you want a fruity twist, add some raspberries or banana slices on top before chilling the cake.

FAQs

1. Can I use milk chocolate instead of dark chocolate?
Yes, you can. However, the flavor will be sweeter, and the cake might not be as rich.

2. How can I make the cake gluten-free?
You can substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend. Just ensure it has a similar texture to regular flour.

3. Can I make this cake ahead of time?
Definitely! You can bake the cake a day in advance and finish decorating it the next day. Just keep it in the fridge until serving.