Indulge in the rich flavors of this Decadent Vegan Chocolate Hazelnut Layer Cake, where moist chocolate sponge meets luscious hazelnut buttercream for a truly heavenly dessert. Each layer of this cake is infused with a subtle coffee undertone, enhancing the deep chocolate notes, while a generous filling of vegan Nutella and chopped hazelnuts adds a delightful crunch and nuttiness. Perfect for any vegan or dairy-free diet, this cake proves that you can have a luxurious dessert without any compromise on taste or texture.
Why You'll Love This: This cake is a chocoholic's dream, offering an intense cocoa flavor balanced with the richness of hazelnuts. The addition of coffee enhances the chocolate, making each bite more delectable than the last. Its visually impressive layers make it a perfect centerpiece for any celebration, ensuring that it's not just delicious but also a feast for the eyes. Moreover, the use of all vegan ingredients makes this cake a guilt-free treat that everyone can enjoy, regardless of dietary restrictions.
Perfect Occasion: This Chocolate Hazelnut Layer Cake is ideal for birthdays, anniversaries, and special events like vegan gatherings or holiday parties. It's also perfect for a decadent dessert at dinner parties, offering a sophisticated touch that will impress any guest. Serve it at family gatherings or bring it along to a potluck where it's sure to be the star of the dessert table.
Decoration Tips:
- For a luxurious finish, drizzle melted vegan chocolate over the top before adding the chopped hazelnuts.
- Garnish with gold leaf pieces or edible glitter for an extra festive touch.
- Arrange whole hazelnuts in a circle on top for a visually appealing design.
- Dust with a light sprinkle of cocoa powder or use chocolate curls for an added chocolatey touch.
- Ingredients:
- Cake:
- 480ml dairy-free milk
- 2 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 420g self-raising flour
- 30g cocoa powder
- 350g caster sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda
- 1 tbsp coffee granules + 1/2 tbsp hot water
- 120ml sunflower oil
- Buttercream:
- 400g dairy-free butter
- 360g icing sugar
- 80g cocoa powder
- 100g vegan Nutella
- Dairy-free milk (as needed)
- Decoration:
- 80g roughly chopped hazelnuts
- Vegan Nutella (for filling)
- Cake:
- Instructions:
- Prepare Cake: Mix milk and vinegar; set aside to curdle. Sift dry ingredients together. Dissolve coffee in hot water. Combine all wet ingredients and mix into dry. Divide batter among pans and bake at 180°C for 25-30 mins. Cool completely.
- Buttercream: Whip butter until creamy. Add sugar, cocoa, and Nutella; adjust consistency with milk if needed.
- Assemble: Layer cakes with buttercream, adding Nutella and hazelnuts between layers. Coat with a crumb layer of buttercream, chill, then apply a final coat. Decorate with Nutella and hazelnuts.
- Serve: Cut into slices and serve chilled.
Enjoy this stunning Vegan Chocolate Hazelnut Layer Cake, a true masterpiece that combines rich flavors and textures for a memorable dessert experience!