Indulge in this Nutella Chocolate Cake, a luscious dessert that’s marvelously moist, filled with the richness of Nutella, and has a delightful nutty undertone from hazelnut flour. This straightforward recipe skips the hassle of layering, making it a breeze to prepare. Simply mix, pour, bake, and frost with a velvety Nutella buttercream for a decadent treat topped with your chosen sprinkles.
Nutella Cake Recipe
Ingredients:
- 130g All-Purpose Flour
- 60g Hazelnut Flour or Almond Flour
- 100g Granulated Sugar
- 50g Light Brown Sugar
- 3/4 tsp Baking Powder
- 1/2 tsp Baking Soda
- 160g Milk (oat, coconut, or almond)
- 40g Neutral Oil or Hazelnut Oil
- 6g White Vinegar
Method:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 6-inch cake ring with baking paper.
- In a bowl, mix together milk and vinegar. Let it sit for 2-3 minutes, then add the oil and sugars, stirring lightly.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and baking soda. Add the sifted dry ingredients and the nut flour to the liquid mixture, stirring gently until the batter is smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake ring. Drop a few spoonfuls of Nutella onto the batter.
- Bake for about 20-25 minutes at 350°F (175°C) or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting.
Nutella Buttercream Recipe
Ingredients:
- 226g Salted Butter
- 190g Powdered Sugar
- 12g Cocoa Powder
- 10g Cream
- 175g Nutella, room temperature
Method:
- In a stand mixer with a whisk attachment, whip the butter until fluffy and light in color, about 10 minutes. Be sure to scrape the sides of the bowl.
- Gradually add powdered sugar and cream in two batches, mixing well after each addition.
- Add the cocoa powder and whip for an additional 5-7 minutes.
- Lastly, switch to the paddle attachment, add the Nutella, and mix for another 2-3 minutes. The frosting should be smooth and spreadable.
- Frost the cooled cake with the Nutella buttercream and add sprinkles as desired.
Slice, serve, and savor every bite of this Nutella Chocolate Cake! 🍫🌰
