Chocolate Hazelnut Celebration Cake
This rich chocolate cake is layered with a smooth hazelnut cream filling and finished with a glossy chocolate ganache. Perfect for commemorating special moments, this cake combines the deep flavors of chocolate and the nutty essence of hazelnuts, making it a delightful centerpiece for any anniversary celebration.
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 3/4 cups Granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup hazelnut spread
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 ounces dark chocolate
- 1/2 cup chopped hazelnuts
Instructions
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Step 1:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
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Step 2:
In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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Step 3:
Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
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Step 4:
Carefully stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth.
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Step 5:
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Step 6:
Once baked, remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Step 7:
In a bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form, then fold in the hazelnut spread until well combined.
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Step 8:
Place one cake layer on a serving plate, spread half of the hazelnut cream filling on top, then place the second layer on top and spread the remaining filling.
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Step 9:
Melt the dark chocolate and let it cool slightly before pouring it over the top of the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.
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Step 10:
Garnish the top of the cake with chopped hazelnuts and let the ganache set before slicing and serving.