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Easy Chocolate Hazelnut Cake Recipe

Easy Chocolate Hazelnut Cake Recipe
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Indulge in the rich and decadent flavors of this Easy Chocolate Hazelnut Cake. With a moist and tender crumb, this cake is a delightful treat for any chocolate lover.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients:

  • 100 grams plain / all-purpose flour
  • 80 grams hazelnut meal
  • 60 grams unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 pinch fine table salt

Wet Ingredients:

  • 3 large eggs
  • 150 grams light brown sugar
  • 120 grams unsalted butter (melted)
  • 240 ml natural / plain yogurt

Additional Ingredients:

  • 50 grams skinned hazelnuts (roughly chopped) (plus extra for topping)
  • 50 grams dark chocolate chunks (plus extra for topping, optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 180 degrees Celsius / 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line the bottom of a 22 cm / 8-inch springform pan with baking paper and lightly grease the sides.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the flour, hazelnut meal, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir until well blended.
  3. Whisk Eggs and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and light brown sugar for 3-4 minutes until the mixture is thick and pale.
  4. Add Butter and Yogurt: Add the melted butter and yogurt to the egg mixture. Whisk until everything is smooth and fully combined.
  5. Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined—be careful not to over-mix.
  6. Add Hazelnuts and Chocolate: Fold in the chopped hazelnuts and dark chocolate chunks.
  7. Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan. If desired, sprinkle extra hazelnuts and chocolate chunks over the top. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
  8. Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Let it cool completely before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • You can dust the finished cake with cocoa powder or powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness.
  • This cake pairs wonderfully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

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Keywords: Chocolate Hazelnut Cake, Dessert, Baking, Easy Recipe, Chocolate Cake

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