Indulge in the rich and nutty flavors of this Giotto Hazelnut Delight Cake, a dessert that’s sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. This cake features a soft, fluffy base made with ground hazelnuts, topped with a creamy hazelnut and mascarpone frosting, and adorned with crushed Giotto balls. Drizzled with melted hazelnut cream and decorated with nuts and Giotto balls, this cake is a true celebration of hazelnut flavors, making it a decadent and irresistible treat.
Why You’ll Love This: The combination of the moist hazelnut cake base and the luscious hazelnut cream frosting creates a symphony of textures and flavors. The addition of Giotto balls adds an extra crunch and richness to the cake, making each bite a delightful experience.
Perfect Occasion: Ideal for a special celebration, a family gathering, or as a luxurious dessert for a dinner party. It’s also a great choice for anyone who loves the flavors of Giotto and hazelnuts.
Decoration Tips: For an elegant presentation, drizzle melted hazelnut cream over the cake in a decorative pattern. Arrange whole Giotto balls and sprinkle chopped nuts and krokant around the edges for a professional finish.
Ingredients: Cake:
- 2 eggs
- 120 g sugar
- 100 ml sparkling water
- 100 ml oil
- 100 g flour
- 50 g ground hazelnuts
- ½ packet baking powder
Frosting:
- 3 tbsp hazelnut cream (e.g., Gürsoy, Mövenpick)
- 500 g mascarpone
- 400 ml cream
- 5 tsp stabilizer (San-Apart) or 4 packets whipped cream stabilizer
- 3 strands of crushed Giotto balls
Decoration:
- 4 tbsp melted hazelnut cream
- Chopped nuts and krokant
- 1 strand of Giotto
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F). Line a 24 cm springform pan.
- Whisk together eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract for 5 minutes until light and creamy. Mix in oil and sparkling water. Sift in flour, baking powder, and ground hazelnuts, blending briefly. Pour the batter into the pan.
- Bake for 20-30 minutes, doing a skewer test after 20 minutes. Let the cake cool.
- For the frosting, whip all ingredients except Giotto balls until stiff. Fold in the crushed Giotto balls. Spread over the cake.
- Drizzle melted hazelnut cream over the frosting. Decorate with nuts and Giotto balls.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 5-6 hours or overnight before serving.
Enjoy this Giotto Hazelnut Delight Cake, a nutty and decadent dessert that’s sure to impress at any occasion!
