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Amazing 12-Slice Chocolate Hazelnut Layer Cake Joy

Chocolate Hazelnut Layer Cake
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Create a stunning Chocolate Hazelnut Layer Cake, a rich dessert perfect for sharing. This recipe comes from Sasha, blending deep chocolate flavor with nutty hazelnut notes for a truly memorable treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup hot strong brewed coffee
  • 1 cup finely ground hazelnuts (for cake layers)
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 3 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • 1/2 cup hazelnut spread (Nutella style) (for frosting)
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream (for frosting)
  • 1/2 cup chopped toasted hazelnuts (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Add the granulated sugar and mix well.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
  4. Carefully stir in the hot coffee until the batter is smooth. The batter will be thin.
  5. Fold in the finely ground hazelnuts. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
  6. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a wooden pick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before inverting them onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. To make the frosting, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until smooth.
  8. Beat in the hazelnut spread and heavy cream until the frosting is light and fluffy. Add more powdered sugar if you need a thicker consistency.
  9. Once cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous layer of frosting over the top. Place the second layer on top.
  10. Frost the top and sides of the entire cake with the remaining frosting.
  11. Garnish the top with chopped toasted hazelnuts before serving.

Notes

  • To easily remove cake layers from pans, line the bottoms with parchment paper before greasing and flouring.
  • For the best flavor, use freshly brewed, strong coffee. It deepens the chocolate taste.
  • Toast your hazelnuts lightly in a dry pan before chopping for a more intense flavor.

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